Canja – Cape Verdean Chicken Soup
Canja – Cape Verdean Chicken Soup Recipe is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and nourishment to your table. This traditional Cape Verdean soup showcases tender chicken simmered with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and hearty rice. With its rich flavors and healthy ingredients, Canja is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and versatile, this recipe can be customized with your favorite veggies or spices, making it a delightful addition to any meal plan. Enjoy a bowl of this savory chicken soup that warms the soul!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cape Verdean
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 and 1/2 cups medium-grain rice
- 1 large yellow onion (diced)
- 2 carrots (diced)
- 2 potatoes (diced small)
- 2 tablespoons crushed garlic (divided)
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- paprika
- bay leaves
- olive oil
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in vinegar and lemon juice for at least 1 hour.
- Season the marinated chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, crushed garlic, and olive oil.
- Brown the seasoned chicken in a stock pot over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Sauté diced onion and quartered tomato until translucent; return browned chicken to the pot.
- Add broth and water; bring to a boil then simmer for 1 hour.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot along with rice and diced carrots; simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Add diced potatoes; continue cooking for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Let rest before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg