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CHICKEN AND PLANTAINS SOUP – November 26 – Greens and Plantains Month

CHICKEN AND PLANTAINS SOUP – November 26 – Greens and Plantains Month
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CHICKEN AND PLANTAINS SOUP – November 26 – Greens and Plantains Month

This Cuban inspired dish is a great way to introduce your family to Plantains.  Plantains are a great source of fiber and potassium.  Unlike bananas, plantains need to be cooked.

  • Author: Al
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-50
  • Total Time: 40-55
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cuban

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs, skin removed, if necessary, and cut into 1/4 inch pieces.
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups vegetable stock
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 green plantains, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil and chicken.  Turn frequently until chicken is done then remove from heat.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large stockpot over medium heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil and onion.  Cook until the onion is nearly translucent, about 5 minutes.  Add the garlic and cook for another 1 minute.
  3. Add the onion mixture, vegetable stock, chicken stock, plantains, corn, salt, and pepper to the large pan.  Bring to a boil and then reduce to medium heat for 30-45 minutes, until the plantains are tender.
  4. Add the chicken to the stockpot with the vegetables, serve.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 423
  • Sugar: 19.7
  • Sodium: 1012.8
  • Fat: 15.7
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Carbohydrates: 46.5
  • Fiber: 3.8
  • Protein: 28.2
  • Cholesterol: 110.1

Keywords: Chicken, Green Plantains, Greens and Plantains Month

 

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