Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Chicken Shorba Recipe, a delightful spiced chicken soup that is perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. With tender chicken simmered to perfection in a rich, aromatic broth, this one-pot wonder is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor. The harmonious blend of spices and fresh ingredients creates a nourishing dish that will surely elevate your winter dining experience. Enjoy it as a main course or starter, paired with warm bread or over fluffy rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon ghee or butter
- 1 small onion, roughly chopped
- 3–4 garlic cloves, skin on
- 2 inch ginger, roughly chopped
- 15 fresh cilantro stalks (stems & leaves chopped separately)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1–2 Kashmiri dried chilies
- 8 black peppercorns
- 1 lb bone-in skinless chicken thighs & drumsticks
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups warm water
- 1/4 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (optional) or use milk
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare them before starting.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the ghee.
- Add onion, garlic, ginger, cilantro stems, and spices. Sauté for about a minute without browning.
- Add chicken pieces and sear lightly on each side. Sprinkle with salt and add enough water to submerge the chicken.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes.
- Strain the broth using a colander; set aside the solids.
- Return the broth to the pot and shred or chop the chicken before adding it back along with cilantro leaves and seasonings.
- Simmer gently for another five minutes before serving hot with lemon slices and scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg