One Pot Chicken Quinoa {Ukrainian Pilaf Recipe}

Step 1

Broccoli and Bell Peppers: Preheat large deep skillet or a dutch oven on medium-high heat and swirl oil to coat. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds, stirring often.

Step 2

Add broccoli, bell pepper, cumin, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.

Step 3

Chicken and Quinoa: Return pot to the stove and swirl oil to coat. Add onion and carrot; saute for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add chicken, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes; saute for 3 more minutes, stirring a few times.

Step 5

Add quinoa, stock and bay leaves; stir. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Turn off heat. Add previously cooked broccoli and bell pepper, stir and let dish sit covered for 5 minutes for flavours to "marry" each other.

Step 7

Add parsley, stir and serve hot.