Canja (Cape Verde Islands) Rich Chicken & Rice Soup

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 0

Canja (Cape Verde Islands) Rich Chicken & Rice Soup perfect for a cold day

by The Chefin Soup

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

255

Sugar

Fat

Canja is a traditional chicken and rice soup from the Cape Verde Islands, a collection of ten volcanic islands off the coast of West Africa. This rich, satisfying soup is perfect for cold days, and is often enjoyed as a main course. Made with chicken, rice, onions, and a simple broth made from bouillon cubes and water, Canja is easy to prepare and has a comforting, home-style flavor that is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Instructions

1.	Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, sprinkle with the vinegar and set aside.
2.	In a large pot over medium heat, fry the onions until golden brown. Add the chicken pieces and fry until browned on all sides.
3.	Add the bouillon cubes and enough water to cover the chicken by about 1 inch. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
4.	Remove the chicken pieces from the pot and set them aside to cool.
5.	Add the rice to the pot and bring the mixture back to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked through.
6.	Shred the chicken meat and add it back to the pot, stirring to combine. Serve hot.

PROS

This hearty soup is a tasty and filling dish that is perfect for cold days.
The combination of chicken and rice provides a good source of protein, carbohydrates, and essential nutrients.

CONS

The use of bouillon cubes can add a significant amount of sodium to the dish, which may not be suitable for those on a low-sodium diet.

Additionally, the use of white rice may not provide as much fiber and nutrients as brown rice or other whole grains.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup provides a good source of protein and carbohydrates, which are essential nutrients for maintaining energy levels and supporting overall health.
The use of chicken can provide important vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B6 and iron.
While the use of white rice may not provide as much fiber as other whole grains, it is still a good source of complex carbohydrates.

	1/2 whole chicken , cut up
	2 medium onions , chopped
	3 chicken bouillon cubes
	1 cup short-grain white rice
	vegetable oil ( for frying )
	3 cups water