Best Easy Chicken and Corn Soup Recipe

Creamy corn and tender chicken create a thick, comforting soup beloved across Chinese family tables. This healthy, high protein soup is gentle enough for children and fits within a 1500 calorie meal plan.

Cook 35 min Difficulty EASY 225 kcal
#high protein #diabetic friendly
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • boneless skinless chicken breast 12 oz
  • canned cream-style corn 1.5 cups
  • low-sodium chicken broth 4 cups
  • egg 2 pieces
  • cornstarch 2 tbsp
  • water 2 tbsp
  • scallion 2 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • white pepper 0.25 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 21 g 37%
Protein 20 g 36%
Fat 7 g 27%
Serving size 330g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Cut chicken breast into thin strips and place in a small bowl. Pour 1 teaspoon soy sauce over chicken, mix, and let marinate for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    In a large saucepan, bring chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook gently for 5 minutes, skimming off any foam.

  3. 3

    Stir in the cream-style corn and season the soup with salt and white pepper. Cook on medium-low heat for another 5 minutes until heated through.

  4. 4

    Mix cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then slowly stir it into the simmering soup. Cook, stirring constantly, until the soup thickens, about 2 minutes.

  5. 5

    Lightly beat the eggs, then slowly drizzle them into the soup while stirring gently to form silky egg ribbons. Finish with sesame oil and sliced scallion before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What are the key ingredients that give Chicken and Corn Soup its signature taste?
The core ingredients defining this soup are tender chicken breast, cream-style corn, and savory chicken broth. The combination of sweet corn and gently poached chicken creates a creamy, comforting flavor, while soy sauce and sesame oil provide subtle umami depth.
Q. How do I make sure the chicken stays tender and moist in this soup?
Cutting the chicken breast into thin strips and simmering it gently in the broth prevents overcooking. The brief marination with soy sauce and careful heat control (keeping the broth at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil) help retain moisture for a tender bite.
Q. What's the secret to getting silky egg ribbons instead of clumps?
To achieve silky egg ribbons, lightly beat the eggs and drizzle them slowly into the soup while stirring gently in one direction. Make sure the soup is hot, but not boiling vigorously, as this helps the egg set in fine strands rather than forming clumps.
Q. How many calories are in each serving of this Chicken and Corn Soup?
Each 330g serving contains 225 kcal, with 21g of carbohydrates (37%), 20g of protein (36%), and 7g of fat (27%), making it a healthy, high-protein option.
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