There’s something comforting about a one-pan meal that takes the pressure off dinner time, especially when it’s as wholesome as this. Our Chicken Quinoa Risotto has been a quiet favourite in THE BOD kitchen for years. It’s creamy without the dairy, filling without the heaviness, and the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’ve looked after yourself with every bite.
Why We Love It
What makes this risotto different? It skips the traditional arborio rice and uses fluffy white quinoa instead, a complete plant-based protein that supports digestion, hormone balance, and energy regulation. The chicken adds a lean, high-quality protein source to keep blood sugar steady, while mushrooms and onions bring that umami-rich base we all crave. Finished off with a swirl of light coconut cream and a pinch of cinnamon for warmth, this is one of those meals that feels as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
Serves 4
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
- 1 cup Mushrooms, finely sliced
- ¼ Brown Onion, finely sliced
- Pinch of Cinnamon
- 1 Chicken Breast, cut into strips
- 1 cup White Quinoa
- 1 cup Light Coconut Cream
- 1 cup Water
Method
- Finely slice the onion and mushrooms.
- On a clean chopping board, cut the chicken breast into strips.
- In a deep pan, heat coconut oil and sauté the onions, mushrooms, and cinnamon until soft and fragrant.
- Add chicken strips and quickly brown them. Don’t cook all the way through.
- Pour in the coconut cream, water, and quinoa. Stir to combine.
- Lower the heat, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer until the quinoa is cooked and most of the liquid has evaporated. Avoid lifting the lid too often.
Bod Tips
- Want to bulk it out? Throw in a handful of baby spinach in the last few minutes of cooking.
- No coconut cream? You can swap for cream, a splash of almond milk or Greek yoghurt (just reduce water slightly).
- Make it vegetarian: Sub the chicken for chickpeas or tempeh and use veggie stock instead of water.
This is the kind of meal we love - grounding, simple, and full of the good stuff. It’s proof that healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. If you're currently doing The Bod Reset or simply looking to bring more structure and intention into your routine, this is one of many recipes inside our 90-day program that combines custom nutrition, flexible options, and real-life support - no calorie obsession, no guesswork.
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