Chicken Quinoa Soup
Chicken Quinoa Soup is the perfect comfort food for chilly evenings, offering a hearty blend of tender chicken, fluffy quinoa, and vibrant vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup rinsed quinoa
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the carrots and celery and dicing the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté garlic, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken and thyme; cook until chicken is golden brown (about 7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, stir in quinoa, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and chicken is cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving in bowls. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 360g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your soup by swapping chicken for turkey or adding extra veggies like spinach. For added creaminess, stir in Greek yogurt just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.