Description
Crockpot Quinoa Chicken Primavera is your go-to dish for a healthy, flavorful meal that practically cooks itself. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, protein-packed quinoa, and colorful veggies simmered in a savory broth, delivering an Italian-inspired feast right at home. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté seasoned chicken breasts in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Add minced garlic and vegetables to the skillet; sauté briefly until softened.
- Transfer the mixture to your crockpot, adding rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth. Sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once done, fluff quinoa with a fork and garnish with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg