How to make the best Ghanaian chicken light soup with basil

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Spinach adds nutrients, while dried basil is cost-effective.

Clean the chicken and cut it into pieces.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced ginger and garlic; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add the chicken pieces to the pot; brown on all sides for about 5 minutes.

Pour in water to cover the chicken; bring to a boil.

Add thyme, bay leaves, and salt; reduce heat to simmer for 30-40 minutes.

Add chopped carrots and scotch bonnet peppers; simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and fresh basil before serving.

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