Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Quinoa and Noodles

This Chicken and Vegetable Soup with Quinoa and Noodles is a hearty and nutritious dish, perfect for a cozy supper. Packed with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a delightful mix of quinoa and noodles, it's a comforting and satisfying meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 small, diced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Water - 500 milliliters
• Quinoa - 50 grams, rinsed
• Egg noodles - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried thyme - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
2. Add diced carrot, celery, and zucchini to the pot, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the diced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
4. Pour in the chicken broth and water, then add the rinsed quinoa, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Bring to a boil.
5. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Add the egg noodles and continue to simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked al dente.
7. Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 750 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and recovery.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from various vegetables, promoting overall health.

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