cheap high protein crockpot dish
Lunchbox Lewis
over 1 year ago
This delicious crockpot dish is not only budget-friendly but also packed with protein. It's the perfect meal for busy weeknights.
Cooking Time
6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
Serving Size
4 servings
Nutrition Per Serving
Cal
350
Protein
35g
Fat
8g
Sat Fat
3g
Carbs
35g
Chole
80mg
Fiber
7g
Sugar
3g
Sodium
600mg
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- 1. Place chicken breast in the crockpot.
- 2. Add quinoa, black beans, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3. Stir everything together to combine.
- 4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked through and quinoa is tender.
- 5. Shred the chicken using two forks.
- 6. Serve the dish hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh cilantro.
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