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Chicken Goulash Soup Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Special equipment needed:
- Large soup pot
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
- Immersion blender (optional)

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
5. Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and chopped bell peppers.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove the soup from the heat and use an immersion blender to puree some of the soup to thicken it (optional).
8. Stir in the sour cream and chopped parsley.
9. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Simmer over low heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 16g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Protein: 28g
Sodium: 1200mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
- Olive oil can be substituted with vegetable oil.
- Chicken broth can be substituted with vegetable broth.
- Sour cream can be substituted with plain Greek yogurt.

Variations:
- Add diced potatoes or carrots for extra vegetables.
- Use smoked paprika for a smoky flavor.
- Add a can of drained and rinsed kidney beans for extra protein.

Tips and tricks:
- To make the soup thicker, puree more of the soup with the immersion blender.
- If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth or water to thin it out.
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley or a dollop of sour cream.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat the soup in a pot over medium heat until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the soup in individual bowls with a slice of crusty bread on the side.

Garnishes:
Garnish with additional chopped parsley or a dollop of sour cream.

Pairings:
Pair with a side salad or a slice of crusty bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed green salad
- Garlic bread
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the soup is too thin, simmer it for longer to reduce the liquid.
- If the soup is too thick, add more chicken broth or water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked through before serving.
- Store leftover soup in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Food history:
Goulash is a traditional Hungarian stew made with meat and vegetables, seasoned with paprika and other spices.

Flavor profiles:
This soup has a rich, savory flavor with a hint of smokiness from the paprika.

Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with a slice of crusty bread on the side.

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Region: Hungarian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Herbal, Spicy, Hearty