Description
Chicken Quinoa Soup is your go-to dish for chilly evenings, offering a delightful blend of tender chicken, fluffy quinoa, and colorful vegetables simmered in a savory broth. This hearty soup not only warms you from the inside out but also nourishes your soul with its comforting flavors. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, it’s easy to make and customizable based on what you have on hand. Enjoy a bowl of this wholesome goodness any time you need a little extra warmth and love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion, carrots, and celery in a splash of olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and chicken; cook until chicken is no longer pink (about 7 minutes).
- Pour in the broth and rinsed quinoa; add dried thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg