Simple Trahana Soup with Chicken! Σούπα τραχανά με κοτόπουλο

trahana

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: pasta

Quinoa is gluten-free and high in protein, while pasta is often more accessible.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs offer a cost-effective alternative.

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

Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute

Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes

Mix in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor

Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaves and thyme; bring to a boil

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes

Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot

Stir in trahana and simmer until tender, about 10-15 minutes

Season with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to taste

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving

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