Quinoa caprese chicken salad. That’s a mouthful. Try and say that three times fast, then backwards.
It’s what was for dinner one weeknight after an evening full of back-to-school shopping for my nephews. See what I bought them.
I’ve never had one of the famous fresh caprese salads before. So I decided rather on having a light supper I’ll have a semi-light supper and incorporate quinoa, chicken and pine nuts into the mix. Sounded good, so it must taste good, right?
So easy guys.
Grab a box of quinoa and cook it in chicken broth. Prep your tomatoes (I used grape tomatoes and sliced them), chicken, pine nuts, basil, and bocconcini cheese (Not gonna lie. Definitely had to look at the image in order to spell that fancy cheese correctly). 
To die for. Didn’t really realize how strong of a taste basil has. First few bites I was doubting the meal, but once I got into it — it was numba one. I would definitely recommend. It’s so quick and easy to put together too. Plus, hello bonus? I have leftovers. This will definitely be a weekly staple in the household. May not add fresh basil each time. 
What do you cook when you’re too tired/lazy to make a meal?
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I usually do a stir fry or a one pot roast with potatoes and veggies. I throw it all in the pot and wish it the best of luck.
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as a quinoa lover myself, this is awesome ;)
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This looks delicious! I love quinoa. So filling and makes such a perfect meal!
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I would really love to try quinoa but it kind of intimidates me, the salad looks amazing!
@Candi: Want to know something strange? The easiest recipes in the kitchen, stump me. Like making stuff all in one pot? No idea how to do. lol :( I need to learn!!!
@Sensual Appeal: Hey Kammie, quinoa is my new favorite! So easy to make. I’ve had it a few years ago but I’ve been buying vats (….er.. bags) of it the past few weeks.
@mellissa: It honestly just tastes like chewy mini pieces of rice! Lol. Sooooo good, and really easy to make: 2 parts chicken broth (or water) to one part quinoa. Boil on low for 15-17 mins and fluff ‘er up and put it on your plate and you’re good to go. :) See? Easy!
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