{Slow Cooker} Quinoa Chicken Parmesan Soup

November 17, 2014

A quinoa and chicken Parmesan soup that is simple, hearty, healthy and all made in the slow cooker (crockpot).

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
1 cup quinoa
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of red pepper flakes, optional
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
1 can (24 ounces) garlic & herb flavored spaghetti sauce
1 can (14.25 ounces) petite diced tomatoes
4-6 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: mozzarella cheese, fresh basil

1. Spray your slow cooker with nonstick spray - be generous! 2. Remove any fat from the chicken and cut into smaller pieces. I had 4-5 chicken chunks. Add the chicken to the slow cooker. 3. Rinse the quinoa...
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Nutritions

Calories
2292

Sodium
7519mg
313% DV

Fat
94g
145% DV

Protein
186g
373% DV

Carbs
156g
53% DV

Fiber
33g
132% DV