HOW TO MAKE A QUICK FAST AND EASY JAMAICAN CHICKEN SOUP RECIPE 2017 VOLUME 2

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and more accessible.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often less expensive than breasts.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice has similar acidity, and vinegar is often cheaper and shelf-stable.

pimento seeds

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Allspice mimics the flavor, while mixed spices can be a budget-friendly alternative.

Remove skin from chicken and clean with vinegar and lemon juice.

In a large pot, add enough water and bring to a boil.

Add pumpkin, carrots, pimento seeds, and chicken to the boiling water.

Add garlic, salt, and all-purpose seasoning to the pot.

Cover the pot and let it cook for about 30-35 minutes.

After 30-35 minutes, add thyme, scallions, chicken noodle soup mix, potatoes, corn, and dumplings to the pot.

Add scotch bonnet pepper and stir the soup.

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Cover and let it boil for another 30-35 minutes until everything is cooked through.

Serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

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