Chicken & Pearl Couscous Soup
A warm and hearty soup mixing pearl couscous, diced chicken, and vegetables in a light broth, perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup pearl couscous
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced Use bite-size.
- 4 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium if preferred.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 pieces carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat some oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in the pearl couscous and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for about 10–12 minutes or until couscous is tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Let the soup cool to room temperature before storing. Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove over low heat. Add a splash of broth if it feels thick. For variations, replace chicken with chickpeas or add greens like spinach.