Paprika chicken with quinoa, pumpkin and almond salad

Enjoy a fresh and healthy meal with this Paprika Chicken with Quinoa, Pumpkin and Almond Salad — perfect for hot Brisbane nights when you want something light but satisfying. This recipe is ideal for meal prep, portion control, and balanced nutrition.

At Brisbane Obesity Clinic, we encourage nutrient-dense meals that are quick to prepare, high in protein, and packed with vitamins and fibre. This salad combines lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats for a complete, wholesome meal.

Why This Recipe Supports Healthy Eating

This Paprika Chicken Quinoa Salad recipe:

• Provides lean protein from chicken for muscle support and satiety
• Includes fibre-rich quinoa, pumpkin, and spinach for digestive health
• Uses heart-healthy almonds for healthy fats
• Quick and easy to prepare, ideal for busy Brisbane lifestyles
• Supports portion control and balanced weight management

Ingredients

• 200g Kent pumpkin, peeled and cut into 2.5cm pieces
• 4 chicken tenderloins (approx. 250g)
• ½ tablespoon sweet paprika
• 250g packet microwavable red quinoa
• 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved
• 80g baby spinach, chopped
• ¼ cup flaked natural almonds
• 2½ tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Method

1. Cook pumpkin in a medium saucepan of boiling water for 5–6 minutes until tender. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
2. Dust both sides of chicken tenderloins with paprika. Spray olive oil in a non-stick frying pan or chargrill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 3 minutes on each side until cooked through.
3. Heat quinoa according to packet instructions.
4. Transfer quinoa to the bowl with pumpkin. Add cherry tomatoes, spinach, almonds, lemon juice, and olive oil. Mix gently.
5. Serve salad with cooked paprika chicken on top.

Healthy Eating & Weight Management in Brisbane

This clinic-approved, nutrient-rich salad is perfect for anyone seeking easy, healthy meals that support weight management. At Brisbane Obesity Clinic, we provide evidence-based guidance to help you incorporate meals like this into a balanced lifestyle.

Brisbane Obesity Clinic
(07) 3871 2277