Name: Slow Cooker Chicken Quinoa Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-483767H41M50S
Cuisine: Comfort food
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup quinoa, rinsed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz); 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 cups baby spinach or kale (optional); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

This Slow Cooker Chicken Quinoa Soup is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist! Packed with tender chicken, nutritious quinoa, and a mix of vegetables, it’s the perfect meal to warm you up on chilly days. Let your slow cooker do all the work, and in a few hours, you’ll have a hearty, satisfying soup ready to enjoy. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and oh-so-good for you!

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Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 cups baby spinach or kale (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the quinoa, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together to combine.

Step 2: Cook the Soup
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Step 3: Shred the Chicken
Once the soup is done cooking, remove the chicken breasts from the slow cooker. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, then return it to the soup.

Step 4: Add Greens (Optional)
Stir in the spinach or kale (if using) and let it cook for another 5 minutes, until the greens are wilted and tender.

Step 5: Serve
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Enjoy your warm, nutritious soup!

Serving Suggestions
Serve this soup with a side of crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Top with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Notes

Make it spicier: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce if you like a little heat.
Swap the chicken: If you prefer, you can use turkey breasts or even rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
Make it vegetarian: Use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the chicken for a hearty vegetarian soup.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low
Cuisine: Comfort food