Chicken Quinoa Soup
Warm up on chilly evenings with this nourishing Chicken Quinoa Soup. Packed with tender chicken, protein-rich quinoa, and a colorful mix of vegetables, this hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With rich flavors and simple preparation, it’s destined to become a comforting favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken breasts and pour in the chicken broth to cover them. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in rinsed quinoa and simmer for another 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
- Add spinach or kale just before serving, allowing them to wilt slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg