Name: Chicken Cabbage Soup Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 1 min
Total time: 1 h 11 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian
Ingredients: 3 chicken thighs; 2 medium potato(es); 3 carrot(s); 1 onion(s); 1 cabbage; 2 cloves garlic; 6 tablespoons millet; 4 tablespoons tomato sauce; to taste salt; 1 teaspoon red paprika; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 pints water; 2 ounces sour cream

Ingredients

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Serves:

3 chicken thighs

2 medium potato(es)

3 carrot(s)

1 onion(s)

1 cabbage

2 cloves garlic

6 tablespoons millet

4 tablespoons tomato sauce

to taste salt

1 teaspoon red paprika

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 pints water

2 ounces sour cream

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Nutrition

Please note that I am not a nutritionist. The nutrition information is provided for reference only and is approximate. It is calculated using one of the online calculators, like this one.

2-3 ladles

Serving Size

344

Calories

12.4 g

Protein

20 g

Fat

29.6 g

Carbohydrates

5.5 g

Saturated Fat

4.9 g

Sugar

55 mg

Cholesterol

4.8 g

Fiber

271 mg

Sodium

Ingredients

3 chicken thighs

0.77 pound or 350 g

2 medium potato(es)

3 carrot(s)

1 onion(s)

1 cabbage

1 pound or 450 g

2 cloves garlic

6 tablespoons millet

4 tablespoons tomato sauce

or tomato paste

to taste salt

1 teaspoon red paprika

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 pints water

2 liters

2 ounces sour cream

50 g (also greens such as parsley, dill or arugula can be added as a decoration for the soup))

About recipe

This is a delicious and nutritious Chicken Cabbage Soup recipe cooked on low heat to perfection with so much flavor!

A bowl of chicken cabbage soup on a tables with carrots, garlic and spices

This hearty soup warms your soul and will provide you with so much comfort. It features sweet carrots, onion, garlic, cabbage, and millet. Have you ever tried chicken cabbage soup with millet? – If not, you definitely need to try it.

What is the Best Season to Make This Recipe?

The best season to make this chicken cabbage soup is… now 🙂 If you are craving a bowl of rich soup, you are at the right place.

I always make it whenever I need it. But, of course, fall and winter shine are the best seasons to make this chicken cabbage soup.

The root vegetables become ready and have so much flavor. Yum!

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What Are the Health Benefits of This Dish?

This dish is very nutritional and provides a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients. This chicken cabbage soup is also low in calories.

Chicken is a good lean protein, which is essential for muscle health.

This soup is loaded with cabbage which has fiber and helps digestion.

And there are other vitamins and minerals in this dish, such as vitamins A, C, K, and others.

And garlic is a key ingredient to boost the immune system.

Also, this soup features millet. Millet is a highly nutritious grain that has been a staple in the diets of many cultures for thousands of years. It is gluten-free, high in fiber, and rich in nutrients.

A pot with chicken cabbage soup on the stove

Where Can I Buy the Required Ingredients?

I recommend buying all your ingredients at your local farmer’s market or a specialty grocery store.

It is best to buy free-range chicken. It is also a healthier option for sure. You can choose boneless, skinless chicken thighs from the meat section. Personally, I love to have things with skin and bones, it gives more flavor and richness to the soup.

Chicken Cabbage Soup in a bowl with a spoon

Can I Substitute Any of the Ingredients?

Sure! You can make substitutions based on your preferences or dietary restrictions.

Instead of chicken, you can use turkey, or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.

If I make a vegetarian soup, I like to use fresh and dry porcini mushrooms and chanterelle mushrooms. The lasts taste so good when you fry them.

You can also use different vegetables such as bell peppers and sweet potatoes.

A bowl of chicken cabbage soup on a tables with carrots, garlic and spices

Can I Make This Dish Part of a Menu?

Of course, Chicken Cabbage Soup can be the main course of a well-rounded menu. If you’re planning a dinner, consider pairing it with:

Bread: a fresh piece of bread is a great accompaniment to this soup
Appetizer – you can make this Grana Padano Presunto Platter
Dessert – you can serve Deconstructed Cupcakes With Yogurt Cream or individual Kiwifruit Cheesecake

Which Drinks Pair Well with This Dish?

Choosing the right beverages to complement your meal is essential. Here are some drink options that pair wonderfully with Chicken Cabbage Soup:

White Wine: A crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay, complements the flavors of the soup.
Herbal Tea: A soothing herbal tea like chamomile or mint can be a perfect match for a cozy evening.
Water: A glass of water with a piece of lemon is another alternative.

A bowl of chicken cabbage soup on a tables with carrots, garlic and spices

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Steps

1 Done 10 min	Gather Ingredients Gather all ingredients on a table. Peel all vegetables.
2 Done 5 min	Fry chicken Grab a big pot and place on the stove on medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Wash and dry chicken thighs with paper towel. Add chicken thighs to a pot. Fry chicken for 2 minutes from both sides.
3 Done 5 min	Add potato and water Add thingy chopped potatoes to a pot with chicken and fry for 3 minutes. Then add 4 pints of water.
4 Done 7 min	Prepare carrots and onion Chop onion and grate carrots. Grab a pan, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Heat olive oil and add chopped onion, grated carrots and spices, and fry for 2-3 minutes on low heat. After, add tomato sauce (or tomato paste), mix all ingredients. Simmer it on low heat for 5 minutes.
5 Done 20 min	Cook soup You will see the foam from chicken, carefully scoop up the foam with a ladle. After, add millet to the pot. Add braised vegetables to the pot, and mix. Continue cooking on low heat, stirring from time to time.
6 Done 23 min	Add cabbage and cook soup While soup cooks, cut cabbage into pieces and process it in a food process like on a picture. Add 1.5 cup of chopped cabbage to a soup pot. And mix everything gently. Continue cooking soup on low heat. (You can continue cooking the soup for an extra half an hour, as it only gives more flavor to it. If your soup is too dense, you can add a little bit of water and continue cooking it until you get a desired consistency)
7 Done 1 min	Serve Serve soup in soup bowls with sour cream on top. (Adding greens is optional). :-) Your Chicken Cabbage Soup is ready! Enjoy!