Best 3 Chicken And Watercress Soup Recipes

Chicken and watercress soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of tender chicken, peppery watercress, and flavorful broth is both satisfying and nutritious. This soup is also relatively easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you prefer a light and refreshing soup or a more hearty and filling one, there is a chicken and watercress soup recipe out there that is perfect for you.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WATERCRESS SOUP

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This simple soup highlights the flavor of watercress: clean and slightly bitter but not overwhelming. The potato gives this soup enough extra body to make it a satisfying lunch or light dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes

Time 15m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 large white potato (12 ounces), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice (2 cups)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
2 bunches (14 ounces total) watercress, thick stems trimmed, coarsely chopped
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add oil and garlic, cook until sizzling and fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in potato and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook 1 minute.
Add stock and 1 1/2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in watercress. Return to a boil. Reduce to a simmer for 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among soup bowls and squeeze a lemon wedge into each bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, Sodium 66 g

CHICKEN AND WATERCRESS SOUP

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Chinese believe that watercress are good for removing heatiness. If you are taking the soup for this purpose, do not add in the sesame oil.

Provided by Kim Ong

Categories Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 chicken breast, skinless,deboned and sliced into small pieces
6 canned shiitake mushrooms, sliced thinly
watercress, cut into 2 portions (a handful)
6 cups chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cornflour
1 teaspoon rice wine
1 dash pepper
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Steps:

Marinate chicken with salt, cornflour and rice wine, pepper and sesame oil.
Bring chicken stock to boil in a saucepan.
Add in the mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes.
Add in the chicken and stir to separate the chicken slices.
When soup starts to boil, add in the watercress and stir.
Cook for 1-2 minutes.
Remove and serve in a soup bowl.

WATERCRESS CHICKEN

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I like watercress salads, so I tried this recipe and really enjoyed it. The watercress adds a very mild peppery taste that complements the other ingredients. Enjoy!

Provided by TasteTester

Categories Poultry

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs skinless chicken thighs (8)
olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
3 slices fresh ginger (thin slices)
8 ounces watercress, tough stems removed
6 green onions, cut into 2-inch-thin strips
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper to taste; add to skillet and cook 5 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned. Drain off any fat; add broth, soy sauce, lime juice and ginger. Reduce heat and simmer chicken mixture for 20 minutes, until cooked through and the chicken is no longer pink in the center. With a slotted spoon, transfer chicken to a plate; cover and keep warm.
Cut each bunch of watercress in half; add to skillet along with the green onions and cilantro; cover and cook 2-3 minutes, until onions are tender-crisp.
Divide the greens and broth mixture between 4 serving plates. Place 2 chicken thighs over top of greens, and serve with rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 235.5, Sodium 1004.7, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 1, Protein 59.2

Tips:

Use fresh, young watercress for the best flavor.
If you can't find watercress, you can substitute arugula or baby spinach.
To make a vegetarian version of the soup, omit the chicken and add an extra cup of vegetables, such as diced carrots, celery, or zucchini.
For a creamier soup, add 1/2 cup of heavy cream or milk before serving.
Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Chicken and watercress soup is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and it's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its fresh, peppery flavor, watercress adds a unique touch to this classic soup. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give chicken and watercress soup a try.

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