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Chicken and Corn Soup

Chicken and corn soup is a warm, nourishing, easy-to-make dish packed with wholesome ingredients and health benefits, especially suitable for seniors and families alike
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 1 can sweet corn or 1 cup fresh/frozen corn
  • 3 cups chicken broth low sodium if preferred
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional, for thickening
  • 2 spring onions chopped
  • 1 egg optional, for a silky texture
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • A drizzle of sesame oil optional

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  2. Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Stir in shredded chicken and corn. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. If using, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir into the soup to thicken.
  5. Beat the egg and slowly pour it into the soup while stirring for a ribbon-like texture.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of sesame oil.
  7. Garnish with spring onions and serve hot.