One Pot Garlic Shrimp & Asparagus
2 tbsp butter or olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups quinoa
2½ cups chicken broth
½ tsp red chili flakes
½ cup white wine (optional)
1lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 bunch asparagus, cut in thirds
1 lemon, zested and juiced
¼ cup fresh parsley
salt and pepper
In a large skillet melt butter over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add quinoa, chicken broth and white wine and bring mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Add shrimp and asparagus, cover and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until shrimp is fully cooked. Finish with lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, red chili flakes, salt and pepper. Enjoy!