Spice Chicken and Quinoa

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa , rinsed
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1½ cups water
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp salt
• 4 carrots , peeled and diced
• 1 onion , diced
• 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Steps

1. Place all ingredients in a 4 to 6-quart slow cooker. Cover, and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours (or on high for 4 hours.)
2. Remove the chicken. Using two forks, shred the chicken. Return the meat into the slow cooker, and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
3. Transfer the stew to a blender or food processor, and puree to desired consistency.