Recipe For Caribbean Chicken Soup
The Caribbean chicken soup is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with tender chicken and hearty vegetables. This soup is perfect for those chilly evenings when you crave a taste of the tropics. With a prep time of 15 minutes and a cook time of 1 hour, this recipe serves 4 people.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the red and green bell peppers, carrot, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Return the chicken to the pot and add the chicken broth, coconut milk, curry powder, thyme, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
- Serve the Caribbean chicken soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.