Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Pilaf

Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Pilaf

Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Pilaf

About this recipe

As part of Mealtime Matters the lovely Zenia at @theflavouracademy had provided us with a handy meal plan to help you get started with weaning! Download here

 

Ingredients

2 tsps Olive Oil
½ Onion, finely chopped
1 cup Quinoa (+ 2 cups Water)
1 cup Mixed Vegetables – Peas, Green beans, Carrot, Red Pepper, sweet potato
½ Cup Shredded Chicken, Cooked
1 tbsp tomato paste
½ tsp Garlic, crushed
1 tsp dried parsley
Fresh Mint to garnish, finely chopped

Method

1. Heat saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil, onion and garlic. Next add mixed vegetables, cook until soft (approx. 5-10 minutes).
2. Reduce heat, add and stir in quinoa + water, tomato paste, shredded chicken and parsley.
3. Cover and simmer for further 10 minutes/ until all water is absorbed.
4. Stir and garnish with finely chopped fresh mint
Note: Can be blended to desired consistency