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Paprika Chicken Soup

Delicious Paprika Chicken Soup for Cozy Nights In

Warm and inviting, this low histamine Paprika Chicken Soup is perfect for a cozy dinner or lunch.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Hungarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 cup White Rice can be substituted with quinoa or pasta
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can be replaced by preferred cooking oil
  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts or thighs for richness
  • 1 medium Onion can be swapped for shallots
  • 2 sticks Celery can be omitted or replaced with zucchini
  • 2 cloves Garlic use garlic-infused oil or omit for low histamine
Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Paprika can substitute with sweet smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme can be replaced with fresh or omitted
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper omit for low histamine
Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper can be swapped with other peppers
  • 2 medium Carrots can replace with parsnips
Stock
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock/Vegetable Stock homemade preferred for quality
Garnishing
  • to taste Fresh Dill optional

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Cooking stove
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the white rice according to package instructions, then set aside.
  2. Sear sliced chicken in olive oil until golden brown, then shred.
  3. Sauté onion, celery, and garlic until fragrant, then add spices and vegetables.
  4. Pour in stock, bring to simmer for 15 minutes, letting flavors meld.
  5. Incorporate cooked rice and blend part of the soup for creaminess.
  6. Add shredded chicken, heat through, and garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This soup is flexible; feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Perfect for meal prep and can be frozen for later use.

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