CURRIED CHICKEN QUINOA

Curried Chicken Quinoa image

Provided by Min Kwon, M.S., R.D.

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/4 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup diced carrot
1/2 cup diced celery
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/2 cup cooked chicken, roughly chopped
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
Salt
Chopped fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

In a large mug or small bowl, combine the onion, carrot, celery and oil. Microwave until the vegetables are tender, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken, quinoa, curry powder, turmeric and salt to taste and microwave until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes more. Sprinkle with cilantro if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calorie, Fat 11 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Sodium 173 milligrams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 33 grams