Yummy CHICKEN SOUP (Caribbean-Style)

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeño offers heat with less intensity, while banana pepper is milder.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken is leaner, while thighs are more economical.

thyme

🥗Healthier: oregano

💰Cheaper: dried thyme

Oregano provides similar flavor, while dried thyme is often less expensive.

Clean and cut the whole chicken, washing it with lemon/lime juice, white vinegar, or flour.

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.

Add green seasoning, dark soy sauce, and ketchup to the chicken.

Prepare the vegetables: chop the potatoes, sweet potatoes, eddoes, cassava, ochroes, onion, garlic, carrot, pumpkin, ginger, turmeric, celery, and fevergrass.

In a large pot, heat oil and add the seasoned chicken, browning it slightly.

Add the chopped vegetables and thyme to the pot.

Pour in coconut milk and enough water to cover the ingredients.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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