Certainly! Here’s a delicious and nourishing Jamaican Chicken recipe, packed with hearty flavors and wholesome ingredients. This soup is often enjoyed as a comforting remedy or a hearty meal.
Jamaican Chicken Soup Recipe
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs), cut into pieces (or 2-3 lbs chicken thighs/drumsticks)
1 cup pumpkin (chopped) or butternut squash
2 large carrots (chopped)
2 stalks scallion (chopped)
2 sprigs thyme
1 Scotch bonnet pepper (whole, for flavor—optional for heat)
1 medium onion (chopped)
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tsp ginger (grated)
1 tsp pimento seeds (allspice)
1 cup yellow yam (diced)
1 cup cho-cho (chayote) or potato (diced)
1 cup corn (cut into chunks)
½ cup spinners (Jamaican dumplings, optional—see below)
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
8 cups water (or enough to cover ingredients)
2 tbsp vegetable oil
For Spinners (Dumplings – Optional):
1 cup flour
¼ tsp salt
¼ cup water (adjust as needed)
Instructions:
Prepare the Chicken:
Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic, ginger, and thyme. Let marinate for 30 minutes (optional).
In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, scallion, and garlic until fragrant.
Add chicken pieces and brown lightly (about 5 minutes).
Add Liquids & Seasonings:
Pour in water, then add pimento seeds, Scotch bonnet pepper (whole, do not burst for mild heat), and thyme.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.
Add Vegetables:
Add pumpkin, yam, cho-cho (or potato), carrots, and corn. Simmer for another 15-20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
Make Spinners (Dumplings – Optional):
Mix flour, salt, and water to form a stiff dough.
Roll small pieces between palms to form thin, spindle-shaped dumplings.
Drop into the soup and cook for 5-7 minutes until they float.
Final Adjustments:
Remove Scotch bonnet pepper if you prefer less heat.
Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Soup should be thick and hearty—add more water if needed.
Serve Hot:
Enjoy with a slice of Jamaican hard dough bread or crackers.
ENJOY ❤️