🇯🇲 Jamaican Chicken Soup | Simple Flavorful And Healthy

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more affordable.

corn

🥗Healthier: peas

💰Cheaper: frozen corn

Peas are lower in calories, while frozen corn is often cheaper.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: rice

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs, while rice is cost-effective.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: canned pumpkin

Butternut squash is nutritious, while canned pumpkin is budget-friendly.

Heat water in a large pot over medium heat until boiling.

Add chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove chicken and let cool; shred into bite-sized pieces.

Add chopped carrots, pumpkin, and Irish potato to the pot.

Stir in thyme, scallions, garlic, and pimento seeds.

Season with salt and all purpose seasoning to taste.

Simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Return shredded chicken to the pot and add corn.

Cook until everything is heated through, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in flour if making dumplings, or adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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