1 cup quinoa, well rinsed
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
2 (16-ounce) cans black beans
2½ – 3 cups chicken broth
1 large bell pepper, seeded and chopped
Small white onion, diced
1-2 jalapeño peppers, seeds and ribs removed, diced
1 tablesppon canola oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1½ teaspoons cumin
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 large chicken breasts
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Shredded cheese, hot sauce, green onions, etc., for serving
Place the quinoa, tomatoes, black beans and chicken broth in a slow cooker.
Combine the onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, oil, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne, chili powder and salt in a medium bowl. Cook in the microwave for 5 minutes, stirring two or three times, until the vegetables have softened. Add to the slow cooker.
Nestle the chicken into the mixture and cook on low for 5-8 hours, until the chicken and quinoa are cooked through. Remove the chicken and shred or chop into bite-size pieces, then return to the slow cooker. Stir the corn and cilantro. Cover and cook for about 10 more minutes.
Ladle into bowls and serve with shredded cheese or other desired chili toppings.