Apple Cider Chicken Quinoa Skillet

Name: Apple Cider Chicken Quinoa Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked apple chicken sausage links or flavor of your choice, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 cup chicken broth; 1 cup apple cider or juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 cups chopped fresh kale; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1 medium apple, chopped; 1/4 cup chopped pecans; 1/4 cup dried cranberries; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves

Since I’m especially busy with three active teenagers, I don’t have much time to get dinner on the table in the evening. Instead, I rely on quick options, like this one-skillet dish that boasts essential proteins, veggies and good carbohydrates. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked apple chicken sausage links or flavor of your choice, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup apple cider or juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups chopped fresh kale
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 medium apple, chopped
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves

Directions

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add sausage and onion; cook and stir until sausage is golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Add broth, cider and salt; bring to a boil. Stir in kale and quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and let stand 5 minutes before serving.