Easy Crockpot Recipes Healthy: Chicken & Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (approx. 1 cup/150g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (approx. 1 tsp/5g)
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped (approx. 1 cup/150g)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (approx. 1 cup/150g)
• 1 (15 ounce/425g) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce/425g) can corn, drained
• 1 (14.5 ounce/411g) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup (240ml) low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 packet (1 ounce/28g) taco seasoning (check for low-sodium options)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (5ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin (2.5ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (1.25ml)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 cup (185g) uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
• 2 cups (470ml) water or chicken broth
• Avocado, diced (optional)
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• Lime wedges (optional)
• Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream (optional)
• Shredded cheddar cheese (or a dairy-free alternative) (optional)
• Hot sauce (optional)