Best Easy Black Chicken Herbal Soup Recipe

Black-skinned chicken is simmered with a blend of Chinese herbs for a deeply nourishing medicinal soup. This high protein family tonic is traditionally served for recovery, vitality, and overall wellness.

Cook 150 min Difficulty NORMAL 210 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Black-skinned chicken 2 lbs
  • Dried red dates 8 pieces
  • Dried goji berries 3 tbsp
  • Chinese yam 0.5 cup
  • Dried shiitake mushrooms 4 pieces
  • Water 8 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Salt 1 tsp
  • Pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 6 g 11%
Protein 28 g 53%
Fat 8 g 36%
Serving size 350g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Rinse the black-skinned chicken thoroughly and chop into large pieces, removing excess skin and visible fat for a clear broth.

  2. 2

    Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for 20 minutes until softened; drain and reserve.

  3. 3

    Add chicken pieces, dried red dates, yams, soaked mushrooms, and water to a large stockpot. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Skim off any foam for clarity.

  4. 4

    Once at a simmer, reduce heat to low and cover. Let the soup cook gently for 2.5 hours, checking occasionally and maintaining a steady, gentle simmer.

  5. 5

    In the last 20 minutes, add dried goji berries. Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The black-skinned chicken is the star ingredient, offering a unique depth of flavor, high protein content, and traditional nourishment. Complemented by Chinese herbs, it defines both the essence and nutritional value of this medicinal soup.
Q. What cooking technique ensures the soup stays clear and flavorful?
A gentle simmer over low heat for 2.5 hours is crucial. Skimming foam early and avoiding rapid boiling preserves broth clarity and deepens herbal flavors without bitterness.
Q. How do you prevent the chicken from becoming tough or the soup overly greasy?
Remove excess skin and visible fat before cooking, and keep the heat low during simmering. These steps yield tender, succulent chicken and a light, nourishing broth.
Q. How many calories and macronutrients does each serving provide?
Each 350g serving contains about 210 kcal, with approximately 6g carbohydrates (11% of calories), 28g protein (53%), and 8g fat (36%), making it a high-protein, low-carb tonic.
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