GF Slow Cooker Italian Chicken & Quinoa Soup

By MaryEllen

Ingredients

• 2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
• 24 oz jar of marinara sauce (I like to use a brand that doesn’t include any added sugar in the ingredient list)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped
• 3 large carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can petite-diced tomatoes, NOT drained
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional Toppings: shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, fresh parsley

Preparation

Step 1

Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a large slow cooker.
Cover, and cook on “low” for about 7-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
Remove the chicken from the slow cooker. Shred or dice the meat, return it to the pot, and season with salt and pepper.
Garnish with cheese and parsley and serve.

Instructions