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Flavorful Dairy-Free Dinner Recipes: Easy & Delicious Meals

Discover a collection of easy and delicious dairy-free dinner recipes that are perfect for weeknights and special occasions. Enjoy flavorful meals without the dairy!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner Recipes
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa rinsed
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices salsa, dairy-free sour cream

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides.
  4. Stir in the rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), vegetable broth, and rinsed quinoa. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Once the quinoa is cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the fresh cilantro and lime juice.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite dairy-free toppings.