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Zesty Chicken Soup With Tomatoes And Rice Recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of North Africa with this zesty chicken and rice soup! Tender chicken simmers in a rich broth with juicy tomatoes, fragrant spices, and fluffy rice. This recipe is easily customizable – serve the chicken directly in the soup for a hearty meal, or reserve it for other dishes. Looking for a lighter option? Skip the oil and add the chicken and onion directly to the water – the flavor will still be incredible! Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a flavorful weekend feast.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 577.5 kcal
Protein 82g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Zesty Chicken Soup With Tomatoes And Rice

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Zesty Chicken Soup With Tomatoes And Rice

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How to Make Zesty Chicken Soup With Tomatoes And Rice

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add chicken pieces, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 7 minutes, browning the chicken slightly.
  4. Pour in chicken broth (or water), crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, paprika, and turmeric. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Skim any foam from the surface.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, skimming off any excess fat occasionally.
  7. Add diced zucchini and continue to simmer for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the zucchini is tender.
  8. In a separate saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  9. Add the rice and cook uncovered over medium-high heat for 15 minutes, or until tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  10. Drain the cooked rice well in a fine-mesh sieve.
  11. Rinse the rice with cold water if preparing ahead of time, and drain again.
  12. Serve the soup hot, ladling the rice into each bowl and topping with the chicken. You can also serve the chicken separately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

48g

Carbs

6g

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