Syn Free Chicken, Zucchini, Parmesan and Quinoa Bake | Slimming World

Syn Free Chicken, Zucchini, Parmesan and Quinoa Bake | Slimming World

prep 15 mins

cook 40 mins

total 55 mins

author slimming eats

yield 6 servings

This recipe is gluten free, Slimming World and Weight Watchers friendly

·      Extra Easy - 1/2 HEa per serving

·      WW Smart Points - 5

Ingredients

·      ½ cup of uncooked quinoa

·      1 cup of stock

·      120g of cooked chicken breast, shredded

·      1 small onion, halve and sliced thinly

·      1 clove of garlic, chopped finely

·      2 medium-sized zucchini (courgette), grated

·      280g of grated white potato

·      3 eggs, beaten

·      salt and black pepper

·      90g (4oz) of grated parmesan (3xHEa’s)

·      Spray oil

Instructions

1.   Add the quinoa to a sieve and thoroughly rinse the quinoa under some cold water.

2.   Add to a saucepan with 260ml of stock, bring to a boil and then simmer, covered on a low heat, until all stock is absorbed. Turn off heat, but leave to sit covered for about 10 mins, the steam will continue to cook the quinoa resulting in quinoa that is light an fluffy. Set aside to cool.

3.   Preheat oven to 180c or 350f (gas mark 4)

4.   Spray a frying pan over medium-high heat, with some spray oil. Add the onion and fry until lightly golden. Add the garlic and fry for a further minute.

5.   Squeeze any excess moisture from the potato and zucchini.

6.   Add the cooked quinoa to a bowl, along with the chicken, onion, garlic, zucchini and potato. Season with salt and black pepper. Add the eggs and parmesan and mix to combine.

7.   Add to a greased round quiche type pan and place in the oven. Bake for approx 30-40 mins, until firm and lightly golden on top/

8.   Slice and serve with salad or your choice of side.

Source http://www.slimmingeats.com

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