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Tavuk Suyu Çorbası

A soothing Turkish chicken soup made with shredded chicken breast, toasted şehriye pasta, diced carrots, and a bright touch of fresh lemon juice.

50 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast, boneless
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup vermicelli pasta
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pot, combine 1 lb boneless chicken breast, 6 cups water, and 1 tsp salt over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

  3. 3

    Remove chicken breast to a plate, shred with two forks, and set aside while keeping the broth simmering.

  4. 4

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a separate pan, add 2 diced carrots and 4 minced garlic cloves, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened before adding them to the pot.

  5. 5

    Stir 1/2 cup vermicelli pasta into the pot and cook for 8 minutes until tender.

  6. 6

    Return shredded chicken breast to the soup, then stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving warm.

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Questions

What is Tavuk Suyu Çorbası?

A soothing Turkish chicken soup made with shredded chicken breast, toasted şehriye pasta, diced carrots, and a bright touch of fresh lemon juice. This reference files it under Turkish soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Tavuk Suyu Çorbası?

As written, 50 minutes: 15 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (20 minutes): "Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F."

What internal temperature should Tavuk Suyu Çorbası reach?

For Tavuk Suyu Çorbası, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts in Tavuk Suyu Çorbası?

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 Tavuk Suyu Çorbası uses 1 lb chicken breast, boneless.

Can I make Tavuk Suyu Çorbası gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Tavuk Suyu Çorbası is 1/2 cup vermicelli pasta. Swap the pasta for a gluten-free one, cooked a minute short of its package time. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Tavuk Suyu Çorbası keto-friendly?

A serving of Tavuk Suyu Çorbası carries 18 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 90 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 18 percent.

How many calories are in Tavuk Suyu Çorbası?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 26 g protein, 18 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 620 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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