Hearty Chicken and Pearl Couscous Soup

Name: Hearty Chicken and Pearl Couscous Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 stalks celery, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 6 cups chicken stock; 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded; 1 cup pearl couscous; 1 cup frozen peas; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh parsley for garnish

This comforting chicken soup is filled with tender pearls of couscous and colorful vegetables for the ultimate cozy meal.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 20, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

20 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

There is something so special about a warm bowl of soup when you are feeling a bit under the weather or just need a hug in a bowl. This chicken and pearl couscous soup has become a favorite in my kitchen because it is simple to put together and tastes like it has been simmering all day long.

My best tip for this recipe is to use a good quality chicken stock. Since the broth is the base of the whole dish, a rich and flavorful stock makes a world of difference. You can also toss in any extra greens you have in your fridge like spinach or kale right at the end.

🧺 Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 carrots, peeled and sliced
2 stalks celery, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups chicken stock
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1 cup pearl couscous
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook these for about five minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3
Stir in the minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4
Pour in the chicken stock and bring the liquid to a gentle boil.
5
Stir in the pearl couscous and turn the heat down to a simmer. Let it cook for about ten minutes or until the couscous is tender.
6
Add the shredded chicken and frozen peas to the pot. Cook for two more minutes until everything is warmed through.
7
Season with salt and pepper to your liking and serve in warm bowls with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Note that the couscous will soak up more broth as it sits, so add a splash of water or extra stock when reheating to get the perfect consistency.

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