Karyn's Quinoa Chicken Crock Pot

Dive into the comforting flavors of "Karyn's Quinoa Chicken Crock Pot," a hearty and nutritious one-pot meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. This slow-cooker recipe combines tender chicken, protein-packed quinoa, black beans, and vibrant veggies like bell peppers, corn, and tomatoes, all simmered in a flavorful blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika. A burst of lime juice at the end adds a zesty touch, while optional garnishes like fresh cilantro and melted cheese make this dish customizable and crowd-pleasing. With just 15 minutes of prep and the magic of a crock pot, you’ll have a satisfying meal that’s loaded with wholesome ingredients, ideal for healthy family dinners or meal prepping.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can Diced tomatoes
• 1 15-ounce can Black beans
• 1 cup Frozen corn
• 2 pieces Bell peppers, diced
• 1 piece Onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheese (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

In the crock pot, add the chicken breasts, quinoa, chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), black beans (drained and rinsed), frozen corn, diced bell peppers, diced onion, and minced garlic.

Step 3

Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the ingredients in the crock pot.

Step 4

Use a spoon to mix everything together, ensuring the quinoa is evenly distributed and submerged in the liquid.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Step 6

Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crock pot, or remove the chicken breasts, shred them, and return to the pot.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot. Optionally, garnish with chopped cilantro and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2907.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2707.9

Total Fat 62.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 632.0mg	0%
Sodium 7357.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.8g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 293.8g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 947.8mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 2648.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.9%

Protein: 43.5%

Carbs: 35.6%