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Canja – Cape Verdean Chicken Soup

Canja - Cape Verdean Chicken Soup Recipe
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Canja – Cape Verdean Chicken Soup Recipe is a heartwarming dish that embodies the essence of comfort food. This nourishing chicken soup is thick, rich, and packed with flavors, making it perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With a delightful combination of tender chicken, wholesome vegetables, and rice, Canja offers a satisfying meal that’s both easy to prepare and enjoyable for all ages. The simplicity of its ingredients combined with the depth of flavor creates a comforting experience that warms the soul.

Ingredients

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  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1-2 small potatoes, diced very small
  • 1½ cups medium-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin, plus more for drizzling)
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt (plus more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 2 tablespoons crushed garlic (divided)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken thighs in a mixture of vinegar and lemon juice for at least 1 hour. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic, and olive oil.
  2. In a large stock pot, brown the marinated chicken in olive oil and then set aside.
  3. Sauté diced onions and quartered tomatoes in the same pot until onions are translucent.
  4. Add browned chicken back to the pot along with chicken broth and water; bring to a boil before simmering for an hour.
  5. Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the pot with rice and diced carrots; simmer until rice is cooked.
  6. Add diced potatoes; continue simmering until tender.
  7. Let the soup rest for 20-30 minutes before serving.

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