Main DishesJuly 13, 2015
Calories
581
Sodium
500mg
20% DV
Fat
17g
27% DV
Protein
35g
70% DV
Carbs
65g
22% DV
Fiber
13g
54% DV
Chicken Taco Quinoa Skillet
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This easy Mexican-inspired dish is a great way to use up some leftovers in a healthy and family-friendly dinner! My Chicken Taco Quinoa Skillet comes together in just minutes, is full of protein and veggies, and is 100% kid-approved. It’s another simple weeknight meal that will soon become a family favorite!
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1 cup quinoa
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen is fine)
1 canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1 cup diced cooked chicken
½ cup salsa or taco sauce
4 ounces grated cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
Optional: diced green onion, diced avocado, guacamole, sour cream
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen is fine)
1 canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1 cup diced cooked chicken
½ cup salsa or taco sauce
4 ounces grated cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
Optional: diced green onion, diced avocado, guacamole, sour cream
Rinse and drain quinoa. Add quinoa, water (as called for on package), and taco seasoning to a large pot and cook according to package instructions.
In a large oven-proof skillet, stir together cooked...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
581
Sodium
500mg
20% DV
Fat
17g
27% DV
Protein
35g
70% DV
Carbs
65g
22% DV
Fiber
13g
54% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat6g31%
Polysaturated Fat4g27%
Monosaturated Fat6g43%
Cholesterol56mg18%
Sodium500mg20%
Potassium1346mg38%
Protein35g70%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber13g54%
Sugar4g8%
Vitamin A645IU12%
Vitamin B60.8900000000000001mg44%
Vitamin C7mg12%
Calcium227mg22%
Iron5mg32%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.