Freekeh Soup

Name: Freekeh Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced; 1 cup cracked freekeh, rinsed; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground allspice; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 tbsp lemon juice

A comforting Middle Eastern soup featuring cracked green wheat, tender chicken, and warm spices in a rich broth.

55 minEasyServes 4310 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
1 cup cracked freekeh, rinsed
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground allspice
6 cups chicken broth
2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1

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

Add 1 diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Add 1 lb diced boneless chicken thighs, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp ground allspice, stirring until browned and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
4

Stir in 1 cup rinsed cracked freekeh and cook for 2 minutes to toast slightly.
5

Pour in 6 cups chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 30 minutes until grain is tender.
6

Stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice before serving.

Questions

Can I make Freekeh Soup gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 1 cup cracked freekeh, rinsed. Swap the grain for cooked rice or quinoa (the chew will differ). Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Freekeh Soup keep?

Refrigerate it 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.

Can I halve or double Freekeh Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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