• Pre-heat the oven to 375 degrees

Preparing the Quinoa:

• Prepare the quinoa according to the package instructions for 1 cup of quinoa.

Preparing the Chicken:

• Clean and trim the fat from the chicken breasts. Next, butterfly cut the chicken breasts and set aside.

Preparing the Stuffing:

• In a large skillet add in the extra virgin olive oil and bring to a high heat. Next, add in the garlic and sauté until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
• Next, add the onion, bell peppers, ½ tsp. salt, and ¼ tsp. pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
• Next, add in the cooked quinoa and cook for 2 minutes, ensuring to mix all of the ingredients well. Remove from the heat and set aside.

Stuffing the Chicken:

• On a large cutting board lay out chicken breast. Add enough stuffing to cover one half of the chicken breast (about 2 tbsp.) and then fold over the remaining half of the chicken.
• Next, using the butcher’s twine, tie the chicken together to hold in the stuffing and then place on a baking sheet.
• Repeat this process until all of the chicken is stuffed, tied, and placed on the backing sheet.

Cooking the Chicken:

• Season the top of the chicken with ½ tsp. salt, and ¼ tsp. black pepper.
• Place the chicken into the oven and bake at 375 degrees for 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken is 160 degrees.

To Serve:

• Place on a serving tray or large plate. Serve with a side of rice or roasted potatoes.