Mediterranean Quinoa

Cook quinoa according to package, using chicken stock or water as your liquid. Set aside once it’s cooked.

In a large saute pan heat 2 tablespoons of oil (I use the sun dried tomato oil). Add cubed chicken and sprinkle with oregano. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Push chicken to the side of the pan to make room for the onions. Saute for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic. Push the onion mixture to the side to make more room and add the artichoke hearts. No need to defrost them, just toss them into the hot pan. After 3 minutes combine the artichokes with the onion mixture and the chicken, mixing everything together. Lower the heat.

To this mixture add the sun dried tomatoes, olives and lemon zest. Stir to combine. Turn off the heat and add the parsley and lemon juice. Finally, add the cooked quinoa to the chicken mixture and stir well to incorporate all the ingredients and flavors.