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Chicken and Pearl Couscous Soup

Chicken and Pearl Couscous Soup

Chicken and Pearl Couscous Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant herbs, and pearl couscous in a rich, flavorful broth. This cozy soup is perfect for chilly evenings or as a hearty meal prep option for busy weekdays. With its unique blend of flavors and comforting warmth, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare, this recipe is customizable with your choice of vegetables, making it both versatile and nutritious. Enjoy a bowlful of goodness that nourishes the soul!

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Water (enough to cover chicken)
  • 1 small bunch of fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, peeled and diced
  • 4 celery stalks with leaves, trimmed and diced
  • Your favorite seasoning salt (e.g., garlic pepper, lemon pepper, or herbes de Provence)
  • 1 cup pearl couscous
  • ⅓ cup fresh dill, roughly chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Dukkah, oyster crackers, or saltines for serving
  • Extra virgin olive oil for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, add the chicken thighs and cover them with water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for about 1 hour.
  2. Remove the chicken from the pot once cooked. Add olive oil to the pot along with diced onion and celery; sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces after cooling slightly, discarding bones and skin.
  4. Return shredded chicken to the pot with seasoning salt, pearl couscous, fresh dill, and lemon juice.
  5. Simmer for an additional 10-12 minutes until couscous is tender. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Feel free to add additional vegetables like carrots or spinach for extra nutrition. For gluten-free options, substitute pearl couscous with quinoa.

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