Instant Pot Chicken Quinoa Soup Recipe

This Instant Pot Chicken Quinoa Soup is a hearty and healthy meal that's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Packed with protein, vegetables, and quinoa, it's both nutritious and delicious.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Instant Pot

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
2 cups spinach

Instructions:

Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil.
Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute.
Stir in the quinoa.
Add the chicken breasts, chicken broth, and water.
Close the Instant Pot lid and set to high pressure for 8 minutes.
Once done, do a quick pressure release.
Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
Stir in the spinach until wilted.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes:

This soup is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Chicken, Instant Pot, Quinoa, Soup

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