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Healthy Gestational Diabetes Greek Bowls with Herb Chicken Quinoa

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A quick and easy Greek bowl recipe tailored for gestational diabetes, featuring herb-marinated chicken, quinoa cooked in low-sodium chicken broth, and fresh veggies with feta and tzatziki.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • Zest and juice of one lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, chopped
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (minimum 10 minutes if short on time).
  2. Cook the quinoa: Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from pan, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
  4. Prepare veggies and toppings: Dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, slice red onion thinly, pit and halve olives, chop parsley, and crumble feta cheese.
  5. Assemble the bowls: Divide cooked quinoa evenly into bowls. Top with sliced herb chicken, veggies, olives, and feta. Add a dollop of tzatziki on the side or drizzle over the top. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

Notes

Marinate chicken well for best flavor. Rinse quinoa to remove bitterness. Cook quinoa in broth for added flavor. Use fresh herbs for authentic taste; reduce dried herbs by half. Control portion sizes to manage carbs. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it tender. Store components separately if making ahead to preserve texture.

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Keywords: gestational diabetes, Greek bowl, herb chicken, quinoa, healthy recipe, low glycemic, easy dinner, diabetes-friendly, fresh herbs, balanced meal

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