Chicken Quinoa Veggie Soup | Cozy, High-Protein & Gut-Friendly

A hearty, nourishing soup loaded with tender chicken, fluffy quinoa, and vibrant veggies. Comforting yet clean, this recipe is perfect for cozy nights, easy meal prep, or when your body craves something both filling and feel-good.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
✅ Gluten-Free & High-Protein
✅ Meal-Prep Friendly
✅ Comforting Yet Nutrient-Dense

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)

Protein & Veggies

• 1 lb chicken breast
• 1 cup diced onions
• 1 cup diced carrots (peeled)
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced mixed bell peppers (green, red, yellow, or orange)
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 cup quinoa (rinsed thoroughly) → 📌 my go-to organic quinoa brand, Viva Naturals Organic Quinoa

Seasonings

• 1 tbsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp chicken bouillon → 📌 clean-label, Better Than Bouillon Organic Roasted Chicken Base
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp oregano (or Dominican oregano)
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For Cooking

• 2 tbsp olive oil → 📌 high-quality olive oil I love, Bertolli Cooking Olive Oil

🔥 How to Make It

3️⃣ Build the Soup Base
Add remaining olive oil. Bloom seasonings for 30 seconds.
Stir in onions, carrots, celery, peppers — sauté 2–3 minutes.
Add garlic and cook until fragrant.

4️⃣ Combine & Simmer
Add seared chicken + enough water (or broth) to cover.
Bring to boil, reduce to simmer. Cover and cook 20 minutes until chicken is tender.

5️⃣ Cook the Quinoa (Separately)
In a saucepan, combine quinoa + 2 cups water (plus pinch of bouillon).
Bring to boil, then cover and simmer 15 minutes until fluffy.
Use my Spicy Quinoa Pilaf recipe for extra flavor + meal-prep ease.

6️⃣ Final Assembly
Shred chicken in the pot. Adjust broth seasoning.
Stir in cooked quinoa. Let sit 5 minutes to absorb flavors.

7️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Ladle into bowls. Garnish with cilantro or squeeze of lemon.

🍽 Serving Suggestions

• With gluten-free crusty bread
• With avocado slices for healthy fats
• With a light salad on the side

📌 Pair it with: Pumpkin Bread 🎃 for cozy balance, or enjoy alongside Quinoa Tomato Soup 🌿 for a lighter healing version.

📦 Storage & Meal Prep Tips

• Fridge: Store in 📌 glass BPA-free containers, Rubbermaid Glass Containers for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Portion + freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in fridge before reheating.

This chicken quinoa veggie soup is cozy on its own — and it also fits beautifully into my 7-Day Detox Soup Plan for Gut Health & Fat Loss, where we focus on anti-parasite and anti-candida soups that heal from the inside out.

📊 Nutrition (Per Serving, Approx.)

• Calories: ~370 kcal
• Protein: ~34g
• Fat: ~18g
• Carbs: ~24g
• Fiber: ~4g
• Net Carbs: ~20g

🛍 Shop the Ritual

👉 Make cooking a ritual. Slip into your GURL Crop Tee while prepping this chicken soup — food tastes better when you feel good in your skin.

💭 Final Thoughts

This Chicken Quinoa Veggie Soup is proof that comfort food can be nutrient-dense, healing, and deeply satisfying. Whether you’re cozying up after a long day or filling meal-prep containers, this recipe makes eating well feel like grounded nourishment.

💬 Have you tried quinoa in soup before? Let’s talk comfort foods in the comments!