Swamp Soup

Name: Swamp Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced; 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped; 6 cups chicken broth; 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded; 2 cups cooked white rice; 4 cups baby spinach; 1 cup fresh parsley, leaves only; 2 tbsp lime juice, fresh squeezed

45 minEasyServes 6240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
2 cups cooked white rice
4 cups baby spinach
1 cup fresh parsley, leaves only
2 tbsp lime juice, fresh squeezed

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
2

Add 6 cloves minced garlic, 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 1 seeded and chopped jalapeno, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3

Pour in 6 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15 minutes.
4

Add 4 cups baby spinach and 1 cup leaves only fresh parsley to the pot and simmer for 2 minutes, just until wilted.
5

Carefully transfer the broth, vegetables, and herbs to a blender and blend until smooth and bright green. Return the soup to the pot.
6

Stir in 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast, 2 cups cooked white rice, and 2 tbsp fresh squeezed lime juice, and warm through over low heat for 5 minutes before serving.

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Questions

What is Swamp Soup?

A bright green chicken and rice soup blended with spinach, parsley, garlic, ginger, and jalapeno, the cold-season TikTok favorite nicknamed for its murky color and loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients. This reference files it under American soup: made on the stovetop and in a blender, rated easy and about 45 minutes start to finish.

How long does Swamp Soup take?

As written, 45 minutes: 15 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 3 (15 minutes): "Cook for 15 minutes."

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Swamp Soup?

Yes. Boneless thighs at the same weight are more forgiving and stay juicier. Give them two to four minutes longer; they are at their best around 175 F rather than 165 F. As written, the entry for Swamp Soup uses 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded.

Is Swamp Soup spicy?

Moderately. The heat in Swamp Soup comes from 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeno, or use half; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I freeze Swamp Soup?

Yes. Refrigerate Swamp Soup 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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