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Chicken Quinoa Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and nutritious soup combining tender chicken, quinoa, and vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

vegetables

  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped

garlic

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

spices

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste

broth and protein

  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut)
  • 0.5 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained (optional, for extra fiber and protein)
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions 

  • Heat oil, cook vegetables until softened (~8-10 min).
  • Add garlic and spices; cook 1 min until fragrant.
  • Pour in broth, add chicken and quinoa; simmer 15-20 min.
  • Stir in beans and peas; cook 2-3 min, then season to taste.
  • Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley.

Notes

Feel free to add more herbs or adjust seasoning as desired.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Healthy, quinoa