Description
This chicken and sweetcorn soup is a comforting, flavorful dish made with tender chicken, sweet corn, and a rich broth. Perfect as a light meal or a starter, it’s easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite ingredients. It’s a hearty, soul-warming soup that’s ready in just 30 minutes! 🌟
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 can (400g) sweetcorn kernels, drained
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups chicken stock or broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon white pepper (or to taste)
- Salt to taste
- 1 spring onion, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics : Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add sesame oil, and once warm, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.
- Step 2: Add the Chicken Stock : Pour in the chicken stock and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to ensure the flavors blend well.
- Step 3: Incorporate Chicken and Sweetcorn : Add the shredded chicken and sweetcorn kernels to the pot. Stir well and let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the ingredients to meld.
- Step 4: Thicken the Soup : For a thicker consistency, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry. Gradually pour it into the soup while stirring continuously. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the soup thickens.
- Step 5: Add the Beaten Egg : While the soup is simmering, slowly drizzle the beaten egg into the pot, stirring gently to create delicate egg ribbons.
- Step 6: Final Seasoning : Season the soup with soy sauce, white pepper, and salt to taste. Give it a final stir, and let it simmer for 2 more minutes.
- Step 7: Garnish and Serve : Ladle the hot soup into bowls, garnish with sliced spring onions, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Americans
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Sodium: 590mg
- Protein: 15g
Keywords: Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup Recipe