Chinese Chicken and Corn Soup
Warm, comforting, and bursting with flavor, this Chinese Chicken and Corn Soup is a classic dish that’s both easy to prepare and deeply satisfying. Featuring tender bites of chicken, sweet bursts of corn, and fragrant ginger in a velvety broth, this soup boasts a perfect balance of savory and subtly sweet notes. Silky egg ribbons add a luxurious texture, while a dash of sesame oil and green onion garnish bring an extra layer of aromatic flair. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty soup makes the perfect appetizer or light meal. Whether you’re craving a taste of authentic Chinese cuisine or need a cozy, protein-packed dish for a chilly evening, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 can cream-style corn
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons water
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
Directions
Step 1
Dice the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces.
Step 2
Chop the green onions finely and set aside for garnish.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to form a slurry and set it aside.
Step 4
In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a simmer over medium heat.
Step 5
Add the diced chicken, cream-style corn, corn kernels, soy sauce, and ginger to the pot.
Step 6
Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
Step 7
Stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the soup thickens slightly.
Step 8
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until smooth and pour them gradually into the soup in a thin stream while stirring gently to create silky egg ribbons.
Step 9
Turn off the heat and stir in the sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 10
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2433.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1441.8 |
| Total Fat 48.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g | |
| Cholesterol 629.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3012.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 130.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.2g | |
| Protein 135.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 214.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1875.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories