Slow Cooker Quinoa Chicken Parmesan Soup
Author: Nicole Morrissey
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Serves: 6 servings (about 2 cups each)
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (24 oz) spaghetti sauce
- 1 can (14.25 oz) petite diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Spray slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Cut each chicken breast in several large pieces (for easier shredding) and add to the slow cooker.
- Add the quinoa, seasonings, garlic, onion, spaghetti sauce, petite diced tomatoes (undrained), and chicken broth to slow cooker; stir well.
- Cook on high for 3-4 hours.
- Remove chicken and shred between two forks; return to slow cooker.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
Serving size: ~2 cups Calories: 340 Fat: 9.0 Carbohydrates: 32.8 Sugar: 4.7 Sodium: 868 Fiber: 3.2 Protein: 34.0 Cholesterol: 65
Recipe by Prevention RD at https://preventionrd.com/slow-cooker-quinoa-chicken-parmesan-soup/
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