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Quinoa and Chicken Crockpot Recipe

Mexican flavors blend perfectly together forming a one-pot meal your whole family will enjoy.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time6 mins
Total Time11 mins
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken in the crockpot, healthy crockpot meals, healthy crockpot recipes, quinoa recipes with chicken, slow cooker casserole, slow cooker chicken
Servings: 10
Calories: 394kcal
Author: Jodi Danen, RDN / Create Kids Club

Ingredients

  • 3- 4 chicken breasts
  • 12 oz. quinoa
  • 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
  • 10 oz. can enchilada sauce
  • 10 oz. water
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 can corn kernels drained (or 1 cup frozen)
  • 4 oz. can diced green chilies
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tbsp. cumin
  • 1 tbsp. minced garlic
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or mozzarella cheese use after cooking

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients, except cheese, into the crockpot or slow cooker.
  • Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
  • Once cooked, shred chicken then stir cheese into the casserole.

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 836mg | Potassium: 1036mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 913IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 5mg