For under $5 this creamy quinoa chowder is a delicious meal for a busy night. It only takes about 20 minutes total to make, and is a savory crowd pleaser!
Since I came up with this recipe when trying to use up all of the random things in my fridge/pantry before we moved, add whatever vegetables you have on hand or need to use up! Here is a good homemade Cajun Seasoning recipe, salt free!
| Prep Time | 5 Minutes |
| Cook Time | 15 Minutes |
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Quinoa uncooked
- 1 10.5 oz can Cream of Chicken Soup I buy the low sodium cans.
- 1 can full Milk
- 1 can full Water
- 2 small Zucchini Or one really big one, about 1/2 lb
- 4 cloves Roasted Garlic
- 1/2 Teaspoon Cajun Seasoning divided into two 1/4 teaspoon portions
- 1/2 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast about 1/2 lb
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Instructions
- Dump the quinoa, cream of chicken soup, milk, and water into a pot over high heat. Mix until the soup is fully dissolved and bring to a boil.
- While the pot is heating, cut up the zucchini and garlic and add them along with the pepper and 1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning to the pot.
- Once it comes to a boil reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is soft and done.
- Cut up the chicken breast into 1/2 inch cubes, sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon cajun seasoning and pan fry until chicken is cooked through. Add to pot once cooked. Mix everything together and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Total Recipe Cost: $4.57
The cheapest I've found is $3.58 for 16oz at Walmart. This one on Amazon is pretty cheap too.
