Healthy and Hearty Chicken Quinoa Stew

I found this recipe awhile back over at Picky Palate and knew I had to try it out. It was so yummy and good for you!!! Quinoa(keen-wah) is very good for you and for those who don't know what it is google it and read all about it and its benefits. I will not bore you with a history lesson on it. Anywho, I know I have posted a lot of soup recipes but the winter is what soup is for. Go ahead and give this soup a try you won't be disappointed believe me!!!

Hearty &Healthy Chicken Quinoa Stew adapted from Picky Palate

2 T. olive oil

2 T. minced garlic

1 large onion, chopped

5 stalks celery, chopped

5 large carrots, chopped

2 cups mini sweet peppers, chopped (or 2 red orange or yellow bell peppers)

1 large zucchini, chopped

64 oz chicken broth

3 cups water

3 T. chicken bouillon or 3 bouillon cubes

15 oz can diced tomatoes

3 cups cooked Quinoa

3 medium chicken breast cooked and shredded

2 T. spicy brown mustard

1/2 tsp black pepper

salt to taste

1-2 T. parsley

Heat oil in a large pot. Saute the garlic, onion,peppers and zucchini until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for about 1 hour. Serve with homemade bread or rolls!!!