Chicken Souse Recipe
The Chicken Souse Recipe is a warm, tangy and comforting Caribbean dish made with chicken, onions, potatoes, spices and lots of fresh lime.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings or drumettes
- 3 potatoes peeled and chopped
- 1 large onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 –2 limes juiced
- 1 Scotch bonnet or jalapeño optional for heat
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp allspice or whole allspice berries
- 2 bay leaves
- 6 cups water
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Clean and Prep the Chicken
- Rinse chicken pieces.
- Remove extra fat or skin if you prefer.
- Pat dry.
Add Chicken to the Pot
- Place chicken in a pot with water.
- Add salt, pepper, garlic, allspice, and bay leaves.
Start Cooking
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add Vegetables
- Add potatoes and sliced onion.
- Cook for another 25–30 minutes until potatoes are soft.
Add Lime Juice
- Turn off the heat.
- Add fresh lime juice for the signature souse flavor.
Add Heat (Optional)
- Slice Scotch bonnet or jalapeño.
- Add a small piece for spice.
Serve
- Garnish with parsley.
- Serve hot in bowls.
Notes
- Use chicken wings — they add the best flavor.
- Do not skip the lime juice; it gives the traditional tangy taste.
- Add peppers slowly — souse can get spicy fast.
- Let the soup rest 10 minutes before serving for deeper flavor.
- Add more onions for extra sweetness.