Description

This Chicken & Pearl Couscous Soup is the epitome of comfort food. Packed with tender chicken, hearty pearl couscous, and vegetables in a savory broth, this soup is satisfying and perfect for any time you need something warm and comforting.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced

1 medium onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 large carrots, peeled and diced

2 celery stalks, chopped

1 cup pearl couscous

6 cups chicken broth

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon sea salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 bay leaf

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Sauté the Chicken and Vegetables:

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Add the diced chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.

Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Cook the Couscous:

Stir in the pearl couscous and let it toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid burning.

Simmer the Soup:

Add the chicken broth, dried thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes until the couscous is tender and the vegetables are fully cooked.

Add the Chicken Back:

Return the cooked chicken to the pot and stir in the lemon juice for a burst of freshness. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to combine the flavors.

Serve:

Remove the bay leaf, taste the soup, and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.