With the New Yr formally in full swing, wholesome consuming has positively develop into an enormous precedence with our household! I like the vacations and all, but it surely certain is simple to get caught up in all of the sweets and treats that point of 12 months has to supply which solely results in unhealthy cycle of unhealthy consuming. We determined early on that January 1st not solely would kick off the beginning of a brand new 12 months, however it could even be the start of a brand new US as properly!
I’ll be sincere…I hate making “resolutions” as a result of not often are they ever saved, however diving again into our weekly meal prep routine received me excited to check out some new recipes and this Gradual Cooker White Rooster and Quinoa Chili certain makes it EASY to get began! It’s the proper mix of hearty and wholesome and is certain to maintain you heat and comfy all winter lengthy.
Oh and I also needs to point out the flavors on this chili are loopy scrumptious!
There’s nothing I like greater than a simmering crock pot smelling up our home all day and this protein-packed chili is one I can really really feel GOOD about consuming! You all understand how a lot I love my quinoa so including it into this chili was a no brainer. Not solely does this complete grain superfood have so many added well being advantages, however it’s tremendous versatile and soaks up ALL the scrumptious flavors because it cooks solely making this chili style that a lot better!
Bob’s Pink Mill is a trusted model that I’ve at all times used so in fact I like cooking with their quinoa. All of their quinoa comes pre-washed and air-dried to take away any bitterness, it’s gluten-free and could be simply cooked in simply quarter-hour! For this specific recipe I used a gradual cooker, however quinoa is so versatile that it may be cooked in many various methods. I imply I’ve put it in muffins, soups, salads, and even burgers, so there are many enjoyable methods you may make the most of quinoa. It simply provides such an awesome texture to any dish and is full of tons of protein and fiber so it’s simple to include into your wholesome life-style!
Bob’s Pink Mill gives white quinoa in addition to tri-color quinoa, which is a enjoyable mix of white, crimson and black that provides a colourful flare to no matter dish you’re making. I used the white quinoa on this chili recipe, however you can use both and nonetheless obtain the identical nice style!
I’m such a sucker for gradual cooking meals as a result of you may simply dump all of your components into the crock pot, flip it on and are available again to a hearty, scrumptious meal! I imply it doesn’t get a lot simpler than that. This chili has all my favorites like jalapeños, candy corn, juicy hen and, in fact, quinoa! The flavors are unimaginable and I like that the hen simply marinates in all the pieces all day because it cooks.
It’s also possible to add your favourite toppings like contemporary cilantro, avocado, shredded cheese and even bitter cream. That is a kind of recipes you may simply make your personal so be at liberty to regulate any seasonings or veggies as-needed!
I additionally need to notice that this soup is tremendous freezer-friendly too which is a big assist to me throughout these busy work weeks! I prefer to separate the chili out into particular person serving sizes and freeze them in sealed containers. Then after I’m able to eat, I simply thaw them out individually and revel in! I simply love crock pot dishes as a result of not solely do they prevent tons of time within the kitchen, however additionally they prevent cash and make clear up such a breeze as a result of all the pieces cooks proper in a single pot! Plus who doesn’t love leftovers??
Hope you all take pleasure in this recipe as a lot as we did!
