How many calories are in Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli?
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli has about 575 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli is a Lunch international recipe with 575 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
575 kcal
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1
Protein
66.3 g
About This Recipe
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli is a lunch recipe with broad, cross-cultural appeal rather than roots in a single national cuisine. Dishes like this travel easily between kitchens and regions, picking up local ingredients and techniques along the way, which is why you will find so many variations built around chicken breast, quinoa, and garlic.
Like most enduring lunch recipes, this one is less about a rigid formula and more about balance. The version on this page is written for 1 serving and lands at roughly 575 calories each, so you can see exactly how it fits your day before you start cooking.
Plan for about 25 minutes from start to finish. The steps below keep the method approachable for a home cook while staying close to the flavors that make Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli worth coming back to.
Ingredients
Instructions
For this recipe you need cooked quinoa.
Heat the oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. In the meantime, cut the chicken into bites and chop the garlic along with the bell pepper.
Once heated, add the chicken with the garlic and bell pepper to the pot. Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
In the meantime, cut the broccoli into small florets.
Add to the pan with the peas and sauté along with the chicken for 3-5 more minutes until the veggies are well cooked.
Once cooked as desired, add the quinoa and season with salt and pepper. Let cook for some minutes for a flavorful result and remove from heat.
Serve the quinoa with chicken, peas and broccoli.
Nutrition Snapshot
Forkd Score · Strong
This recipe scores well for protein density and fiber density relative to its per-serving calories.
Calories
575
Protein
66.3g
Carbs
140.7g
Fat
24.6g
Fiber
18.3g
Micronutrients
Unlock Micronutrients In The App
Download the app to check micronutrients while keeping your calories and macros in one place.
Download Forkd AI on the App StoreDiet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
Yes
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
Meal Prep and Storage
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli has about 575 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli takes about 25 minutes from start to finish. That is roughly about 25 minutes of prep. Actual times vary with your equipment and how much you prep in advance.
Most ingredients in Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli can be swapped for what you have on hand. Keep substitutions in the same role, trade one vegetable for another, one starch for another, or a protein for a similar protein, so cooking times and texture stay close. Larger swaps will shift the calories and macros shown on this page.
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used. Let it cool before sealing, and keep it refrigerated rather than at room temperature.
Yes, Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli generally freezes well. Cool it completely, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and freeze for up to 2 to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli gently until it is piping hot throughout. The microwave is quickest for single portions, while the stovetop or oven keeps the texture closer to fresh. Add a splash of water or oil if it looks dry.
Yes. Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli is written for 1 serving, and you can multiply or divide every ingredient by the same factor to scale it. Keep the ratios identical and check for doneness rather than watching the clock, since cooking times change only slightly. The calories and macros above are per serving, so they stay the same when you scale evenly.
A large skillet, saucepan, or sheet pan works well for Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli. Pick one big enough to hold the ingredients in a single layer so everything cooks evenly instead of steaming.
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli is ready when the chicken breast is fully cooked through, no pink in the center for meat, opaque and flaky for fish, and set for eggs. Checking the thickest part with a thermometer or a clean cut is the most reliable test.
No. Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli is not vegetarian as written because it includes Chicken Breast.
Yes. Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli is gluten-free as written, but always double-check packaged ingredients if cross-contact matters to you.
Yes. This recipe includes Tree Nut and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.
Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli already lands in a fairly high-protein range at about 66.3 grams per serving. To push it further, add a lean protein side or slightly increase the main protein portion.
Personalize This Recipe
See whether this meal fits your daily calories, protein goals, and broader nutrition plan after you create a profile in the app.
Recipe Emails
If you liked Quinoa with Chicken, Peas and Broccoli, sign up for new recipe collections, calorie guides, and simple nutrition tips from Forkd.
Similar Recipes
Bean Stew with Ground Beef and Grilled Eggplant is a Lunch international recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
Bean Stew with Ground Beef and Olives is a Lunch international recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
Beef Sauté with Mushrooms and Quinoa is a Lunch international recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
Beef Sauté with Potato, Onion and Peas is a Lunch international recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
Beef Stew with Artichokes and Potato is a Lunch international recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.
Beef Stew with Bell Pepper and Potato is a Lunch international recipe from the Forkd database with calorie and macro details.