Healthy Quinoa Tortilla Chicken Soup Recipe | Episode 346

quinoa

🥗Healthier: farro

💰Cheaper: rice

Farro is a whole grain alternative, while rice is more economical.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned chicken is less expensive.

tortilla strips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Baked chips are lighter, while corn tortillas can be cut and fried at home.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories, while canned beans save time.

Dice onion, jalapeno, and garlic.

Add chicken breast, drained and rinsed black beans, rotel with diced green chiles, quinoa, taco seasoning, frozen corn, and chicken stock to the slow cooker.

Cook on high for 3-4 hours for a soup or low for 6 hours for a stew.

After 3 hours, pull the chicken out, shred it, and return it to the slow cooker.

Let it cook for another hour until done.

Serve with tortilla chips, cilantro, avocado, and optional cheddar or Colby jack cheese.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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