Chicken soup with cabbage and millet
6 servings
40 minutes
Chicken soup with cabbage and millet is a cozy, hearty dish of Russian cuisine that warms the soul and body. It combines tender chicken meat, nutritious millet, and aromatic vegetables to create a harmony of flavors. Millet adds a light creaminess to the soup, while broccoli and cauliflower add freshness and softness. Bay leaves and spices enhance the depth of flavor. This soup can be served with herbs that boost its aroma and benefits. Historically, millet was often used in Russian cuisine due to its nutritional properties and availability. It is especially good in cold weather, helping to maintain strength and warmth after a long day. Light yet nourishing, it suits both everyday dinners and family gatherings, evoking a sense of home comfort.
1
Bring 1.5 liters of water to a boil, add chicken and millet, and cook for 20 minutes. Remove the bird, extract the bones, and put the meat back into the soup.
- Chicken: 400 g
- Millet: 2 tablespoons
2
Add potatoes and boil until cooked. Add salt and pepper to taste, then add broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and bay leaf.
- Potato: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Broccoli: to taste
- Cauliflower: to taste
- Carrot: 1 piece
- Bay leaf: 2 pieces
3
You can add herbs to taste when serving.
- Fresh herbs: to taste
