These easy quinoa bowls are loaded with SO much flavor and you won’t believe how quickly they come together! The honey mustard chicken pairs perfectly with fluffy quinoa and a sweet tropical salsa.
Some days you just need a quinoa bowl loaded with all the chicken, all the tropical goodness, and ALL the comfort.
This is one of those days. Pass me a bowl along with a king-sized cup of coffee.
At breakfast time you may be thinking? Yes and yes.
To all of you who tried going on my blog yesterday or the day before, let me just say I am profusely sorry for all the glitchy stuff that’s been going on. I am in the process of transferring all my content over to a different hosting company, and this is proving to be more of a headache than I originally thought it would be.
Read: I’m kind of freaking out as I almost always do when there’s something even a little bit off with my blog. Perfectionist problems.
So let me ask you: Is everything looking normal around here now? PLEASE TELL ME IT IS. And if it isn’t…..well, you can tell me, but you should also be prepared to give me coffee too.
Yesterday and Tuesday were otherwise known as “coping days.” My mom complained that I used up the last of her coffee, and I told her it was for a very good cause, but I don’t think she believed me…
So here we are at Thursday already…time flies when you’re having fun.
Wait. No, that’s untrue. Time crawls when you’re dealing with techy problems and a blog that’s up and down for 2 days. It CRAWLS.
So. Enough about my sucky week. How is yours so far? Even if yours is going suck-ily too, I guarantee it’s about to turn around in the right direction.
Mine is already moving upward partly because Once Upon A Time started up again last Sunday and I still have yet to catch the episode and Grey’s Anatomy is on TONIGHT. I have a date with the couch, Netflix and these cookies, my friends. For real.
BUT. Your week for the most part is about to be made because….wait for it…
I made us all quinoa bowls! Loaded with all the comfort. Jam-packed with all the bad week-crushing yum.
And uh, honey-mustard chicken. And mango. And citrus. And more mango and even more citrus.
And swoooooooon…Sarah’s down for the count.
These bowls are really just the bombity-bomb.com, my lovelies. There’s really just SO much awesomeness going on, you’re not even going to know where to start digging in.
But might I suggest the chicken first? It’s.the.best.best.BEST. Moist, sticky, and jam-packed with HUGE punches of honey-mustard flavors that really shine through and pair perfectly with the sweet ‘n’ spicy fresh tropical salsa and fluffy quinoa.
And P.S. I’m crushing big-time on quinoa now, guys. Can’tstopwon’tstop.
Speaking of crushing….
….The salsa. PUH-LEEZE do not skip or even skimp on this tropical goodness! It’s super-fresh, loaded with just the right amount of sweet ‘n’ heat, literally only takes 5 minutes to throw together and really ties all the flavors together and makes these bowls all that they are.
What are they? Thursday-night dinner perfection, if you ask me.
All the best comforts in one bowl? Check. It’s been a long week.
To tell you the truth, this stuff right here is the most exciting thing that’s happened to me ALL week. And I am not ashamed.
On the count of three we shall all do faceplants into our respective bowls of tropical-loaded quinoa chicken goodness. One…..THREE!
Honey Mustard Chicken Quinoa Bowls with Mango-Citrus Salsa
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Ingredients
- HONEY-MUSTARD CHICKEN:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 lbs chicken breasts cut into 1/2 in cubes
- QUINOA:
- 2-1/2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups uncooked quinoa
- SALSA:
- 1 ripe mango peeled and cut into 1/2 in cubes
- 1 medium grapefruit peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1 small jalapeno deseeded and finely minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced avocado for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: In a small bowl, whisk oil, mustard, honey, vinegar, and seasonings until smooth. Place diced chicken in a large bowl and pour mixture over top. Refrigerate chicken 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Remove chicken from refrigerator and heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Dump chicken mixture into skillet and saute 7-10 minutes until chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Prepare the quinoa: In a medium pot over medium-high heat, bring broth to a boil then stir in quinoa. Reduce heat to low, cover and let quinoa simmer until cooked and fluffy, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
- Prepare the salsa: In a small bowl, combine all salsa ingredients until combined.
- Prepare the quinoa bowls: Divide warm chicken, quinoa, and salsa between 4 servings bowls and top bowls with sliced avocado if desired. Serve immediately.
I’m ready for Friday tomorrow. How ‘bout you?
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
These quinoa bowls look amazing, Sarah! I’m seriously in love with these tropical flavors. And I love the honey mustard chicken. Definitely takes this dish to a whole new level! And I’m with you, I’m addicted to quinoa, so this is definitely perfect for me!
Sarah says
These bowls are totally up your alley, Gayle! You must try ’em. 😉 Thanks, girl!
Sarah @ The Gold Lining Girl says
Gorgeousness! This sounds heavenly! I go through phases with quinoa, but I mostly love it. I think brown rice would be perfect here too!!! The mango citrus salsa… swooning. Beautiful!
Sarah says
Ooh! I’ve so gotta try brown rice in these next time! Love that idea. 🙂
mira says
Everything seems to look normal on your beautiful blog Sarah!
The quinoa bowls look fantastic, I’ll definitely be making them soon, since I love quinoa! Great flavors, simple and quick to make! Pinned of course!
Sarah says
Thank you so much Mira!! You’re too sweet. 🙂
Kristine @ Kristine's Kitchen says
First I just have to say that your photos in this post are so stunning, Sarah! These quinoa bowls look sooo good! Honey mustard is a fave of mine, and with the tropical salsa and quinoa… yum!
Sarah says
Thanks for the photo love and for the sweet words, Kristine!! xoxo
Jen @ Baked by an Introvert says
I love all of your quinoa recipes, Sarah! Each one looks better than the last. The honey mustard chicken has my mouth watering.
Everything seems to be looking normal on your site. I haven’t noticed anything odd. I’m sorry you have had such a rough week with the transfer. All the techy stuff can be stressful. Enjoy your date night with your favorite tv shows!
Sarah says
You are completely amazing, Jen. Thank you SO much for all the encouraging words, girl! xoxo
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
Oh noooooo I hate hosting issues! 🙁 That is the worst. You deserve All The Cookies. Everything is looking fantastic on my end, if that makes you feel any better! Both blog-wise and quinoa-wise. DANG girl cook me up some lunch please.
Sarah says
Thanks so much, girl! I’ll just settle for 5,000 of your killer brownies, please and thank you! LOL. 😀
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
Ugh, I feel your pain with site glitches. That really is the worst! Hope your transition to your new host goes smoothly. But your site looks great to me! So hopefully it’s all squared away : ) I am loving these quinoa bowls! That honey mustard mixed with the mango citrus salsa? Perfect lunch or dinner!
Sarah says
Thanks for all the kind words, Nat! You’re the best, girl! xoxo
Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says
This looks like my kind of lunch! So fresh and springy!
Sarah says
Thank you Kelly!!
Erica says
Holy deliciousness. I am seriously craving this right now. And those pictures?! Daaaaaang girl!!!
Sarah says
You are completely the sweetest, Erica. 🙂 Thanks so much, girl!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
Honey mustard chicken is the best!! I love that you made it into quinoa bowls!!
Sarah says
Thanks so much Renee! Happy weekend, girl! 🙂
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Yikes, sorry about all the hosting issues, techie bugs are no fun 🙁 Everything seems to be working on my end so hopefully it’s all fixed 🙂 Love these quinoa bowls, this looks like the perfect lunch or dinner!The mango citrus salsa sounds amazing with the honey mustard chicken!
Sarah says
Thank you Kelly! Things seem to be resolving a little bit with my hosting problems so I’m happy about that! 🙂
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
I need you to be my personal chef! This is so bright and cheery! Sounds amazing!
Sarah says
Haha thanks Amber!!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
Yum, what a healthy meal with such great flavors! The salsa sounds delish. I love eating big healthy bowls like this!
Sarah says
Thank you, Jess! These bowls sound right up your alley!
Adam says
I like this honey mustard chicken recipe. We need to be aware that our health depends mainly by eating all the right vitamins and minerals. Honey contains all of these but not in the correct quantities each day. Thank you Sarah.