Chicken cabbage soup with mushrooms
8 servings
90 minutes
Chicken soup with mushrooms is a comforting dish of Russian cuisine rooted in village dining traditions. The hearty broth from chicken thighs adds depth of flavor, while aromatic champignons contribute tenderness and a forest note. Cabbage, the base of classic shchi, provides a light sourness balanced by the sweetness of carrots and the richness of potatoes. Bay leaves and fresh herbs add spicy notes to the dish, making it perfect for warming up in cold weather. The finished shchi is served with a spoonful of sour cream that softens the taste and adds a creamy texture. They are enjoyed hot, savoring every sip, as this is not just soup — it’s coziness, traditions, and true gastronomic classic of Russia.
1
Prepare the necessary products.
2
Put the chicken thighs to boil.
3
After boiling, remove the foam from the broth and reduce the heat to medium.
4
Salt (to taste).
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
5
While the broth is boiling, you should wash and clean the vegetables.
6
Cut the carrot into small pieces.
7
Chop the onion finely as well.
8
Cut the potatoes into cubes.
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Slice the mushrooms.
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Chop the cabbage finely.
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While the chicken is boiling, add chopped carrots to the broth.
- Carrot: 1 piece
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Also add bay leaf and onion. Let it simmer on low heat until the chicken is cooked.
- Onion: 1 piece
- Bay leaf: to taste
13
After the chicken is cooked, remove it and separate it from the bones, cutting it into small pieces.
14
Return the chicken to the broth.
- Chicken thighs: 4 pieces
15
First, add cabbage to the broth.
- White cabbage: 500 g
16
In 5 minutes — potatoes.
- Potato: 6 pieces
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After 5-10 minutes, when the potatoes are almost ready, add the chopped mushrooms.
- Button mushrooms: 6 pieces
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Let it boil for about 10 minutes on medium heat.
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Meanwhile, chop the greens finely. Leave some for serving.
20
Add greens to the ready soup and let it boil together for 5 minutes.
- Fresh herbs: 50 g
21
Serve in portions, add sour cream and fresh herbs for decoration. Serve at the table.
- Sour cream: to taste
