Harira au Poulet

Harira au Poulet is a traditional Moroccan soup enriched with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and pasta, creating a high-protein comfort dish. Perfect for a nourishing meal, this dish offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, diced
• Chickpeas - 100 grams, cooked
• Harissa - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chicken broth - 500 ml
• Pasta (small shape) - 100 grams
• Fresh coriander - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, for serving

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
2. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the diced carrot and celery, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Add the diced tomato, chickpeas, harissa, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Add the pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
7. Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the chopped coriander and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve hot with a wedge of lemon on the side for a fresh squeeze.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables and chickpeas, promoting digestive health.

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