Canja de Galinha

Name: Canja de Galinha
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 medium carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 3/4 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

A comforting chicken and rice soup prepared with tender vegetables and fresh herbs in a savory broth.

50 minEasyServes 6280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
6 cups chicken broth
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
3/4 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 medium diced yellow onion, 2 medium diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks, cooking for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
3

Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Add 1.5 lbs cubed boneless skinless chicken thighs, 6 cups chicken broth, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the pot and bring to a boil.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until boneless skinless chicken thighs reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
6

Stir in 3/4 cup rinsed long-grain white rice, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the grain is tender.
7

Remove from heat and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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Questions

What is Canja de Galinha?

A comforting chicken and rice soup prepared with tender vegetables and fresh herbs in a savory broth. This reference files it under Brazilian soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Canja de Galinha reach?

For Canja de Galinha, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Canja de Galinha?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Canja de Galinha uses 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed.

Is Canja de Galinha gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Canja de Galinha is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How long does Canja de Galinha keep?

Refrigerate Canja de Galinha for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it. The rice will go on swelling in the broth; for the best texture on day two, store that part separately or cook it fresh.

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