Description
Discover how to make Quick Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup, a comforting, easy-to-prepare dish packed with tender chicken, sweet corn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup sweetcorn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Base
In a large pot, heat the chicken stock over medium heat. This forms the foundation of your soup, so choosing a flavorful stock is key.
- Prepare the Base
- Add Sweetcorn and Seasonings
Add the sweetcorn, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pot.Mix thoroughly and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.. The sweetcorn provides a natural sweetness that complements the savory chicken stock.
- Add Sweetcorn and Seasonings
- Incorporate the Chicken
Stir in the cooked chicken, allowing it to simmer in the broth for 5–7 minutes. This helps the flavors meld together and ensures the chicken is heated through.
- Incorporate the Chicken
- Thicken the Soup (Optional)
If you prefer a thicker consistency, stir the cornstarch mixture into the soup and let it simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Thicken the Soup (Optional)
- Create Egg Ribbons
Slowly pour the beaten eggs into the simmering soup while gently stirring with a fork or chopsticks. This creates beautiful, silky egg ribbons that are a hallmark of this dish.
- Create Egg Ribbons
- Season and Garnish
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to your liking.. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions for a burst of freshness and color.
- Season and Garnish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150 kcal
Keywords: Quick Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup,Easy Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup