What’s Cooking with Faith Family and Autism: Portuguese Chicken and Rice Soup "Canja de Galinha".

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola is less expensive.

kale

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach is nutrient-dense, while cabbage is often cheaper.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Homemade broth is fresh, while vegetable broth is often less expensive.

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

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.

Add diced potatoes and mix well; cook for 2 minutes.

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

Reduce heat to low and add chicken pieces; simmer for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

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

Add chopped kale and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes until wilted.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in lemon juice before serving.

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