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jamaican chicken soup recipe

Jamaican Chicken Soup Recipe

Warm up with a delicious Jamaican chicken soup recipe packed with bold flavors and authentic spices. Perfect for cozy meals!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Chicken (bone-in pieces)
  • 2 cups Yams
  • 1 cup Dumplings
  • 2 stalks Scallions
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 inch Ginger grated
  • 1 unit Scotch bonnet peppers adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 can Coconut milk optional
  • 4 cups Chicken broth

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Slow cooker
  • Strainer
  • Measuring cup

Method
 

  1. Brown the chicken pieces in a pot to lock in flavor.
  2. Sauté onions, garlic, ginger, and scallions until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken broth and diced yams to the pot.
  4. Toss in fresh thyme and any additional veggies (like carrots).
  5. Let the soup simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  6. Alternatively, for slow cooker method, combine all ingredients and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  7. Shred the chicken before serving, if using the slow cooker method.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Scotch bonnet peppers. You can add coconut milk for added creaminess. This soup is not only comforting but also packed with nutritious ingredients. It pairs well with cornbread or any crusty bread for a complete meal.
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