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Slow Cooker Hearty Chicken And Quinoa Stew Recipe

A hearty, comforting stew that is perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time7 hours
Total Time7 hours 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 7 servings
Calories: 168kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (3.5 quarts or larger)

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts (cut into small cubes or pieces - about 1.5 lbs)
  • ½ cup dry quinoa (rinsed well)
  • 1 small red onion (approximately ¾ cup)
  • 4 large garlic cloves (pressed or minced)
  • 1 cup sliced carrots (slice very thin for best results)
  • 1 cup sliced celery (slice very thin for best results)
  • 1 cup diced zucchini (slightly larger pieces are fine here so they hold up in cooking. But not overly large)
  • 15 oz. can diced tomatoes (no sugar added)
  • 3 cups chicken stock (or broth - no sugar or dextrose added.
  • 2 large bay leaves
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • ½ tsp. paprika
  • salt and pepper (to taste after cooking)
  • fresh lemon juice (for garnish)
  • fresh, chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Prep all ingredients as indicated. Chicken pieces should be small to cook properly without overcooking the quinoa.
    Rinsed quinoa added to chicken in a slow cooker crock.
  • Add all the prepped ingredients to the slow cooker crock. Stir to combine.
    Broth and spices added to the slow cooker crock.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 5–6 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
    High setting on a slow cooker crock.
  • Give the stew a stir before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and fresh lemon juice if desired.
    Front view of a bowl filled with Slow Cooker Chicken And Quinoa Stew.

Notes

Please note that the nutrition data given here is a ballpark figure. Exact data is not possible.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 219mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 3330IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg