Chicken Corn Soup

Chicken Corn Soup is a delightful low-carb Chinese dish that combines tender chicken with the sweetness of corn in a flavorful broth. This comforting soup is perfect for any time of year, providing warmth and nourishment in every bowl.

Chicken Corn Soup
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
280 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 200 grams, diced
  • Cauliflower florets - 150 grams, finely chopped
  • Fresh corn (or canned corn, drained) - 100 grams
  • Chicken broth - 500 ml
  • Garlic - 1 clove, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
  • Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Egg - 1, beaten

Steps

  1. In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Add diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the chopped cauliflower and corn to the pot. Reduce the heat and let simmer for 10 minutes until the cauliflower is tender.
  5. Stir in the soy sauce, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  6. Slowly drizzle the beaten egg into the soup while stirring to create egg ribbons.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 750 mg
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
  • Low in carbs, making it a suitable option for low-carb diets.

Tags

ChineseLow CarbSoup