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Guyanese Chicken Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the diverse culinary traditions of Guyana, this chicken soup is a staple comfort food often enjoyed during family gatherings. It reflects the country's multicultural influences, combining local ingredients with Caribbean flavors. Today, variations of this soup can be found across the Caribbean and beyond, each adding its unique twist to the classic recipe.

GuyaneseGYmain
45 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
1 cup red bell peppers, diced
1-2 green chili peppers, chopped
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon complete seasoning
1 medium onion, chopped
2 stalks celery sticks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup green onions, chopped
1 cup pumpkin, diced
2 cups carrots, diced
2 cups spinach, chopped
1 cup cassava, diced
1 ripe plantain, sliced
4 cups water
for dumplings: 2 cups flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 4 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

1

Season the chicken and let it marinate in the fridge overnight.

2

In a pot, fry the chicken until it releases its natural juices.

3

Mix flour, sugar, salt, and butter to prepare the dumpling dough, adding warm water to bring it together.

4

Set the dumpling dough aside.

5

Add chopped green onions, cilantro, garlic, red bell peppers, and green chili peppers to the pot with the chicken.

6

Add celery sticks, carrots, and season with Cajun seasoning and complete seasoning.

7

Pour in water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.

8

Once the carrots and cassava are almost tender, add plantain and pumpkin.

9

Add spinach and then the dumplings, cooking for about 5-6 minutes until done.

10

Serve the chicken soup.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifeladle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Chicken SoupGuyanese Soup

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