ABSOLUTE BEST CHICKEN SOUP

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This is a family recipe I stumbled upon through marriage. It is a Latin-style chicken soup and it is the best I have tasted. Basically, my mother-in-law makes this soup with a few founding ingredients and then throws in whatevers available. Its always good, but I've narrowed it down for myself and you to the best ingredients to use. This recipe is great for serving to a large amount of people. *Note: You use a whole (8-piece cut) chicken if you want to serve 6-8, but if you are serving more than 6, for the purposes of the stock, use only split leg quarters. The recipe is best when fresh ingredients are used, especially cilantro. Don't even bother with the recipe if you don't have fresh cilantro. After the chicken is fully cooked, you can try to fish it out and separate the meat from the bones, but I don't usually bother with it.

Provided by Tabasco Saucy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

7 quarts water
1 whole chicken, 8-piece cut
8 chicken bouillon cubes
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
5 garlic cloves, chopped
2 seville oranges, each cut in quarters and seeded
5 small red potatoes, quartered
5 stalks yucca root
4 ears corn, cut in halves
3 plantains, peeled and quartered
2 tomatoes, cut

Steps:

  • Fill a 12 quart pot a little more than halfway and bring water to a boil.
  • Add the chicken, bouillon cubes, half of the garlic, and only 1/4 cup of the cilantro, mint, onion, and bell pepper.
  • Squeeze the juice of 4 orange slices into the pot.
  • Allow the chicken to cook for one hour, stirring occasionally.
  • After one hour, add the potatoes, yucca, another quarter cup of cilantro, and the rest of the garlic. Stir in the ingredients and let boil for 15 minutes.
  • Add the corn, plantains, tomatoes, and the rest of the cilantro, mint, onions, and peppers. Squeeze the juice of the 4 remaining orange slices into the pot and stir the soup.
  • Boil the soup 20 to 30 minutes more or until the potatoes and corn are cooked thoroughly, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.8, Fat 37.9, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 163.2, Sodium 1196, Carbohydrate 82.9, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 20.9, Protein 47

Syed Hassan Raza
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it!


Nangiro Kakalel
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Eshak miha
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I love that this soup is made with fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


Sadiya Khatun
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This soup is the best chicken soup I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


Marshall Staunton
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This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves chicken soup. It's the perfect comfort food.


Shamar Goodas
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Ayeasha Janu
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This soup is so good, I could eat it every day.


Nasha Faith Katz
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I made this soup in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It's so easy and convenient.


mian ahmad
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This soup is the perfect way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


saad Aziz
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I love the addition of the lemon zest in this soup. It really brightens up the flavor.


Ali Murtza Ali Murtza
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This soup is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Brian empire
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I've made this soup for years and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


penny saxon
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the way the chicken and vegetables meld together.


MD. LIMON
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I love that this soup is made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


muhammad kaleem
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This is my go-to chicken soup recipe. It's always comforting and delicious.


Bryce Guyle
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit. I love the addition of the fresh herbs.


Francis Kingsley
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This soup is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it.


Michael Dumebi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the soup turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Ashesh Shakya
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! My kids even asked for seconds.


True Warrior
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This chicken soup is the best I've ever had! It's so flavorful and comforting.


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