Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Chicken Quinoa Soup, a delightful twist on the classic chicken noodle soup. This nourishing dish combines tender chicken, protein-rich quinoa, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth, creating a meal that’s both comforting and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this one-pot recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for quick lunches or hearty dinners. With its customizable flavors and healthy ingredients, you’ll find yourself craving this revitalizing soup time and again.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 celery (sliced)
- 3 carrots (chopped)
- 1 cup yellow onion (diced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 lb. chicken breast (approx. 2 breasts)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 7 cups chicken broth (plus more as needed)
- 2 tsp hot sauce (more or less to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- black pepper to taste
- lemon juice to taste (optional)
- fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté sliced celery, chopped carrots, diced onion, and minced garlic until tender.
- Add chicken breast and bay leaves to the pot. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and stir in rinsed quinoa. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
- Continue simmering until quinoa is cooked (about 15 minutes). Season with hot sauce, salt, black pepper, and optional lemon juice to taste. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg