Jerk Chicken Noodle Soup
- Preperation Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4 people
About this recipe
Jerk Chicken Noodle Soup – A Warming Caribbean Comfort Soup with Tender Chicken, Soft Noodles and Bold Jerk Flavour
This Jerk Chicken Noodle Soup is warm, comforting and full of beautiful Caribbean flavour. It takes the cosy feeling of classic chicken noodle soup and gives it a bold Jerk Centre twist with tender chicken, soft noodles, fresh vegetables, herbs and a gently spiced jerk broth.
The broth is light but full of depth, with garlic, thyme, spring onion and Jerk Centre sauce bringing warmth and character to every spoonful. The chicken stays juicy, the noodles make it satisfying, and the vegetables add colour, sweetness and freshness.
This is the perfect soup for chilly evenings, quick lunches, family dinners or whenever you want something soothing but still exciting. It is comforting, fragrant and easy to enjoy, with just enough jerk heat to make it memorable without overpowering the dish.
Serve it hot with lime, fresh herbs and a little extra Jerk Centre sauce on the side for anyone who wants more kick.
Chef’s Tips
Use chicken thighs for the juiciest flavour. Chicken breast works well too, but thighs give the broth more richness.
Do not overcook the noodles. Add them near the end so they stay soft but not mushy.
For a clearer broth, keep the soup at a gentle simmer rather than boiling it hard.
A squeeze of lime before serving makes the soup taste brighter and fresher.
For extra depth, cook the chicken on the bone first, then remove the meat and return it to the soup.
Add more stock if the noodles absorb too much liquid while sitting.
For a stronger jerk flavour, stir in a small spoon of Duppy Conqueror just before serving.
Best Jerk Centre Sauce to Use
Taste From the Ancestors is the best choice for a mild, family-friendly version.
For more warmth and a stronger jerk flavour, use Duppy Conqueror.
For extra fire, add a small drizzle of Badman Sauce at the end.
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large soup pot over a medium heat.
- Add the chicken and season with Jerk Centre sauce, thyme, black pepper and a little salt.
- Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.
- Add the onion, garlic, carrots, red pepper and spring onions.
- Stir well and cook for another 4 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cook for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Add the noodles and cook according to the packet instructions.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with fresh herbs, lime wedges and extra Jerk Centre sauce on the side.
Ingredients
500g chicken thighs or chicken breast, sliced
1½ tablespoons Jerk Centre Taste From the Ancestors or Duppy Conqueror
1 onion, finely sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 carrots, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
2 spring onions, sliced
1 litre chicken stock
150g noodles
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon oil
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander or parsley to garnish
Lime wedges to serve
Best Served With
Best served with hard dough bread, warm flatbread, fried dumplings, grilled corn, garlic bread, Caribbean coleslaw or a simple fresh salad.
Sauce Used
- Taste from the Ancestors
- Mild Jerk Sauce
