Description
A hearty and nutritious soup featuring tender chicken, sweet butternut squash, and protein-packed quinoa simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for cozy meals and packed with wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cups butternut squash, peeled and diced
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Add diced butternut squash to the pot and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, add the rinsed quinoa, dried thyme, dried rosemary, black pepper, kosher salt, and ground nutmeg.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the quinoa and butternut squash are tender.
Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and chopped spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the chicken is heated through.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes