Moroccan Chicken and Butternut Squash Soup

Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Moroccan Chicken and Butternut Squash Soup
48 min.
4
284kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure that will warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds! This Moroccan Chicken and Butternut Squash Soup is a delightful fusion of flavors that perfectly balances the earthy sweetness of butternut squash with the aromatic spices typical of Moroccan cuisine. It's a comforting, hearty meal that’s not only dairy-free but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner.

Imagine the rich, warming aroma of cumin and cinnamon wafting through your kitchen as you sauté tender pieces of chicken and fresh onions. The addition of velvety butternut squash and vibrant zucchini brings both color and texture to this dish, while the zesty kick from the orange rind adds an unexpected burst of freshness. Not to mention, it’s incredibly satisfying with a generous helping of couscous, which absorbs the flavorful broth beautifully.

In just 48 minutes, you can have a bowl of this delicious soup ready to enjoy, serving four hungry souls. With only 284 calories per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that showcases the vibrant and diverse flavors of Moroccan cuisine. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for a comforting meal on a chilly evening, this soup will surely impress. Get ready to dive into a bowl of warmth and flavor – your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cups butternut squash cubed peeled ()
  • 0.3 cup couscous uncooked
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.8 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • cups beef broth fat-free
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup onion chopped
  • teaspoons orange zest grated
  • 12 ounce chicken thighs boneless skinless cut into bite-sized pieces
  • tablespoons tomato paste 
  •  zucchini sliced into 3/4-inch pieces quartered

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat.
  3. Add onion, and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add chicken; cook for 4 minutes, browning on all sides.
  5. Add cumin, cinnamon, and pepper to pan; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  6. Add butternut squash and tomato paste; cook 1 minute. Stir in Chicken Stock, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 8 minutes. Stir in couscous, salt, and zucchini; cook 5 minutes or until squash is tender.
  7. Remove pan from heat. Stir in chopped basil and orange rind.

Nutrition Facts

Calories284kcal
Protein34.16%
Fat23.4%
Carbs42.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66
Glycemic Load
8.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.433912899183%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
8.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:283.54kcal
14.18%
Fat:7.57g
11.65%
Saturated Fat:1.48g
9.22%
Carbohydrates:30.9g
10.3%
Net Carbohydrates:26.29g
9.56%
Sugar:6.23g
6.93%
Cholesterol:80.8mg
26.93%
Sodium:1027.17mg
44.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.87g
49.73%
Vitamin A:11597.89IU
231.96%
Vitamin C:37.52mg
45.48%
Potassium:1371.14mg
39.18%
Vitamin B6:0.71mg
35.57%
Vitamin B3:7.09mg
35.46%
Selenium:20.52µg
29.32%
Manganese:0.58mg
28.8%
Phosphorus:259.71mg
25.97%
Magnesium:81.94mg
20.48%
Vitamin K:21.47µg
20.45%
Fiber:4.61g
18.43%
Vitamin B5:1.79mg
17.92%
Vitamin E:2.64mg
17.63%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.06%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.14%
Folate:57.42µg
14.35%
Iron:2.55mg
14.16%
Zinc:1.9mg
12.67%
Copper:0.25mg
12.37%
Calcium:94.66mg
9.47%
Vitamin B12:0.54µg
9.07%
Source:My Recipes