CANJA (CAPE VERDE ISLANDS) RICH CHICKEN & RICE SOUP

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This very thick, rich soup is made to celebrate special occasions, such as New Year's eve and special family events. This recipe was adapted from the Smithsonian Institution's, 1995 Festival of American Folklife Cookbook. Recipes for the book were contributed by American Cape Verdeans who are active in preserving their cultural heritage. The Cape Verde Islands are located about 300 miles west of Senegal. Many Cape Verdeans migrated to the Atlantic coast of the U.S., many to Rhode island.

Provided by lynnski LA

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 whole chicken, cut up
2 medium onions, chopped
3 chicken bouillon cubes
1 cup short-grain white rice
vegetable oil (for frying)
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Saute onions in oil. Next add chicken pieces, boullion cubes and saute a few minutes more.
  • Add 3 cups of water to the pan and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer 30 to 35 minutes, until rice is cooked. Add water to adjust to desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.8, Fat 27.2, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 122.3, Sodium 676.9, Carbohydrate 45.7, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 32.9

Zabi Mughal
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The soup was okay, but I've definitely had better.


Sheryar Afridi
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The soup was a bit bland. I think I'll add more spices next time.


M criminal
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The soup was good, but it was a little too salty for my taste.


Sadasilu Eshan
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This soup is very budget-friendly.


Dakota Elsemore
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


golam gause rakib
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make.


Akash Gill
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I made this soup for a potluck and everyone loved it. I highly recommend it!


Shafique Ahmed Channa
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This is my new favorite chicken soup recipe. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Priscilla Augustine
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the coconut milk.


Clarissa Wilson
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a very budget-friendly meal, which is always a plus.


Raja Babu
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This soup is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and easy to make. I love serving it with a side of crusty bread.


ologun peter
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I'm not a huge fan of chicken soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is so comforting. I highly recommend it!


Maurice Rhodes
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make it, which saves me time and money.


Scott Green
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This was my first time making Canja, and it turned out great! The soup was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Umar Habbane
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I made this soup for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the soup a creamy and rich flavor.


Payton Murrieta
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This soup is absolutely delicious! The chicken is so tender and the broth is so flavorful. I added a few extra vegetables, like carrots and celery, and it turned out even better.


Sheri Simms
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I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so flavorful and satisfying, and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Shoaib Mughal
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This soup was a labor of love, but totally worth it! The flavors are rich and complex, and the chicken is fall-off-the-bone tender. I served it with a side of crusty bread, and it was the perfect comfort meal on a cold night.