Split Pea Soup with Chicken (Gluten-Free): A Comforting Meal for Gluten Intolerance

Split Pea Soup with Chicken (Gluten-Free): A Comforting Meal for Gluten Intolerance 

 

Do you need a flavorful serving of gluten-free food that is fast and will still meet your expectations of comfort food? Try this soup made of split peas with chicken. This recipe is a big bowl of protein and fiber, full of tasty flavors and textures, and, as the name says, it is without a doubt gluten-free, safe for all people, including those who have celiac disease or gluten intolerance, and it is loved by all. So, whether it is about a warm bowl of soup on a chilly day or a healthy dinner meant to say no to preservatives, this recipe shall surely win the votes. 

 

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·         Celiac Safe: There is no gluten-containing ingredient used in the dish. 

·        Healthful and Satisfying: You get chicken and split peas in this one meal, so it’s quite nutritious and beneficial. 

·         Halal Ingredients: All our customers are catered for, which is why we shall not explain further. 

·       It’s Quite Simple: This soup is prepared using commonly available ingredients, so it can easily be a recipe for those days that have a busy schedule. 

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Ingredients (6 Servings) 

Below are the essentials and the method of preparing the gluten-free split pea soup: 

 

 For the Soup: 

1)      1 cup split peas : soaked for 2 hours or overnight 

2)      2 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless, and diced) 

3)      1 medium onion, chopped 

4)      2 medium carrots peeled and diced 

5)      2 stalks of celery diced 

6)      3 cloves of garlic, minced 

7)      6 cups of chicken broth (In this case, pack or homemade gluten-free, of course.) 

8)      1 tsp. turmeric powder 

9)      1 tsp. cumin powder 

10)   1 tsp. dried thyme 

11)   1 bay leaf 

12)   And salt and pepper to taste

 

 For Garnish (optional): 

·         Fresh parsley (chopped) 

·         A drizzle of olive oil 

·         Gluten-free croutons (optional) 

 Split Pea Soup with Chicken (Gluten-Free): A Comforting Meal for Gluten Intolerance 

 Nutritional Value 

This is a healthy recipe:  

·         Calories: 310 kcal (average per serving) 

·         Protein: 25g 

·         Fiber: 10g 

·         Carbs: 35g 

·         Fats: 8g 

 

 Preparation Steps 

 

 1. Prep Your Ingredients 

·         Split green peas should be soaked for 2 hours or overnight before washing thoroughly and using them. 

·         It also helps in cooking vegetables and chicken by cutting them into small pieces. 

 

 2. Cook the Chicken 

·         Place a large pot on medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil. 

·       Toss in the chicken cutlets and fry for 5 to 7 minutes, turning them occasionally until golden and cooked properly. Remove from the pot and keep aside. 

 

 3. Sauté Vegetables 

Next, place the sliced onions, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic into the same pot. Cook everything for 5 minutes or until soft and aromatic. 

 

 4. Combine Ingredients 

Into the pot with the chopped soaked yellow peas, add turmeric powder and ground cumin, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Mix. 

Add the liquid chicken stock to the pot and allow the content to boil. 

 

 5. Simmer the Soup 

Adjust the flame and further simmer on low flame for about 40 to 50 minutes while stirring occasionally. The peas should be cooked but soft and mushy. 

 

 6. Blend (optional) 

You can take the handheld blender to make the soup more homogenized but do not blend it all; leave some lumps. 

 

 7. Add the Chicken 

Similar to the above step, add the already cooked chicken cubes into the soup and let it stay for another 5 mins in order for the chicken to properly flavor the soup. 

 

 8. What can be done well in the season is service? 

Taste and season with salt and pepper to your liking. 

Hot soup and dish can be garnished with fresh parsley and several gluten-free croutons if one prefers them. 

 

 Who Will Appreciate This Dish?  

This gluten-free ham and split pea soup with chicken is just the right one to prepare for: 

a.    Families who are in search of healthy and filling dinner options. 

b.  Celiac patients and others who are gluten intolerant seeking satisfying meal options. 

c.    All culinary students who enjoy making delicious and worthwhile meals in no time. 

 

 Recommendations for the Best Outcome 

1. Incorporate Supermarket Fresh Produce: Fresh veggies and herbs will help improve the taste of the soup.
2. Consider the Addition of Back Home Cooked Broth: If you can help it, try preparing homemade gluten-free chicken stock for enhanced flavor.
3. Method of Preparation is Up to You:  Should you desire a more rustic type of soup, simply eliminate the blending step.

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Summary 
This split pea chicken soup (gluten-free) recipe is celiac disease-friendly and boasts of its popularity and tastiness all over the world. The ingredient combination makes it practice friendly and hence a recipe you will come back to repeatedly.