Chicken Oats Soup | Saudi Arabian Oats Shorba | Winter Healthy Soup Recipe | Ramadan Special

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

oats

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: barley

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while barley is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while canola oil is cost-effective.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lighter, and bouillon cubes reduce costs.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cumin, coriander, and turmeric; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add chicken pieces to the pot; brown on all sides for about 5 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes.

Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.

Stir in oats and bay leaves; simmer for another 10-15 minutes until oats are tender.

Add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste; stir to combine.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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