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Sauteed Chicken Soup

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This robust one-pot meal blends tender saut&# 195;©ed chicken thighs with a rich, spiced broth featuring chickpeas, carrots, and golden raisins. The dish is served over or alongside a fragrant quinoa pilaf infused with fennel, celery, and fresh basil. Warm spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and cinnamon create a deep, aromatic flavor profile that is both comforting and complex. The addition of toasted almonds adds a delightful crunch, while the sweet-tart raisins balance the savory elements. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish offers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors, combining the heartiness of a stew with the lightness of a grain salad. ItâÂÂs an excellent choice for meal prep, as the flavors meld beautifully over time.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 1622.1
Description
This robust one-pot meal blends tender saut&# 195;©ed chicken thighs with a rich, spiced broth featuring chickpeas, carrots, and golden raisins. The dish is served over or alongside a fragrant quinoa pilaf infused with fennel, celery, and fresh basil. Warm spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and cinnamon create a deep, aromatic flavor profile that is both comforting and complex. The addition of toasted almonds adds a delightful crunch, while the sweet-tart raisins balance the savory elements. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish offers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors, combining the heartiness of a stew with the lightness of a grain salad. ItâÂÂs an excellent choice for meal prep, as the flavors meld beautifully over time.
Ingredients
  • Quinoa, rinsed
  • Chicken stock
  • Unsalted butter
  • Finely chopped
  • Diced
  • Diced
  • Trimmed, cored and cut into 1/4-inch dice
  • Basil, chopped
  • Olive oil
  • Slivered almonds
  • Thinly sliced
  • Tomato paste
  • Smoked paprika
  • Ground cumin
  • Ground ginger
  • Cinnamon
  • Chicken stock
  • Chopped
  • Chickpeas, rinsed well and drained
  • Golden raisins
Directions
  1. 1
    Prepare the quinoa pilaf: Heat butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Once the butter stops foaming, add the Spanish onion, celery, carrot, and fennel.
  3. 3
    Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and golden, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Add the rinsed quinoa, increase heat, and stir until toasted, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. 5
    Add 1 1/4 cups chicken stock and bring to a boil.
  6. 6
    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender, about 30 minutes.
  7. 7
    Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  8. 8
    Stir in chopped basil just before serving.
  9. 9
    Prepare the chicken stew: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  10. 10
    Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  11. 11
    In the same pot, add slivered almonds and stir until golden, about 1 minute. Transfer to a small bowl.
  12. 12
    Add the thinly sliced red onion to the pot and sauté until softened, 6-8 minutes.
  13. 13
    Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  14. 14
    Add smoked paprika, cumin, ground ginger, and cinnamon; cook, stirring, for 1 minute until fragrant.
  15. 15
    Return the chicken to the pot. Add the remaining 2 cups chicken stock, chopped carrots, chickpeas, and golden raisins.
  16. 16
    Add 3/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste).
  17. 17
    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until chicken and vegetables are tender, about 45 minutes.
  18. 18
    Serve the stew over or alongside the quinoa pilaf, topped with toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1622.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 81.3g126%
Saturated Fat 17.5g88%
Cholesterol 328.9mg110%
Sodium 404.0mg17%
Total Carbohydrate 89.1g30%
Dietary Fiber 19.9g80%
Sugars 26.9g
Protein 122.6g246%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken thighs, quinoa pilaf, moroccan spices, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chickpeas, golden raisins, slivered almonds, fennel bulb, fresh basil, one pot meal, comfort food, spiced chicken stew, vegetable soup, healthy dinner, meal prep, warming spices, protein rich, gluten free option, easy supper
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