Description
Indulge in the cozy warmth of Chicken and Pearl Couscous Soup, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh herbs, and pearl couscous in a flavorful broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or meal prep, this hearty soup is not just comforting but also incredibly versatile. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can easily customize it to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed as a family dinner or packed for lunch, this nutritious soup promises to nourish your body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 celery stalks, diced
- Fresh parsley
- ⅓ cup fresh dill, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Your favorite seasoning salt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Dukkah, oyster crackers, or saltines for serving
- Extra virgin olive oil for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, place chicken thighs and cover with water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to simmer and add olive oil, onion, celery, parsley, and seasoning salt. Stir well.
- Simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, skimming any foam from the surface.
- Add pearl couscous and cook for an additional 10–12 minutes until tender.
- Stir in chopped dill and lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg