Simply GREAT Chicken Soup | CaribbeanPot.com

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.

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add chicken legs and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken and set aside; add chopped onion, garlic, and thyme to the pot.

Cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced carrots, potatoes, sweet potatoes, eddoes, and taro; cook for another 3 minutes.

Add yellow split peas, chicken stock cubes, and water; stir to combine.

Return chicken to the pot and pour in coconut milk.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

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

Add scotch bonnet pepper, brown sugar, and salt; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Garnish with parsley before serving.

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