Supe me fileto pule - Easy chicken soup recipe

chicken fillet

🥗Healthier: turkey breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while thighs are more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

red pepper flakes

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Paprika adds flavor without heat; cayenne is often less expensive.

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 for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add chicken fillet to the pot and cook until lightly browned, about 3-4 minutes.

Pour in water and bring to a boil.

Add diced potatoes, bay leaves, and red pepper flakes; reduce heat to low.

Simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender.

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

Stir in lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Cook for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.

Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

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