🍽️Soup

Persian Chicken Macaroni Soup (Soup-e Makarooneh)

Name: Persian Chicken Macaroni Soup (Soup-e Makarooneh)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 1/2 cup small shaped macaroni; 1 cup raw chicken breast, diced; 3 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 medium celery stalk, chopped; 1 medium carrot, sliced; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

"Experience the heartwarming embrace of a traditional Persian household with this simple, soul-restoring chicken and pasta soup."

Prep:10 min

Cook:45 min

LevelMedium

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● Ingredients

1/2 cup small shaped macaroni
1 cup raw chicken breast, diced
3 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 medium celery stalk, chopped
1 medium carrot, sliced
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

🌱 Low-Fat🌱 High-Protein🌱 Dairy-Free🌱 Comfort Food⚡ Medium

❤️Health88%

😋Taste76%

🥳Joy82%

👨‍🍳Difficulty15/100

📜 The Story

Soup-e Makarooneh is a staple Iranian comfort food, frequently served as a light evening meal or a restorative tonic during the winter season. While Persian cuisine is world-renowned for its intricate slow-cooked stews, this dish highlights the modern integration of pasta into Iranian domestic life, creating a cross-cultural culinary hug.

🧬 Flavor DNA

🍋Sour

1/10

🧂Salty

5/10

🌶️Spicy

1/10

🍯Sweet

2/10

🍄umami

6/10

☕Bitter

1/10

✨ Sensory Profile

"A soothing, aromatic steam rises from a translucent golden broth, carrying the nostalgic scent of simmered poultry and mirepoix. The texture is a gentle harmony of tender chicken morsels and soft, silk-like macaroni that melts effortlessly on the palate."

Chef's Mastery

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The Secret

For a truly authentic Persian finish, add a pinch of turmeric for a vibrant golden color and a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving to brighten the savory notes.

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Avoid This

Adding the macaroni too early can result in a gummy texture; ensure the broth is at a gentle boil and the vegetables have softened slightly before introducing the pasta.

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Storage

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, but be aware the pasta will continue to absorb liquid; add a splash of broth when reheating.

Instructions

In a medium to large pot, combine the chicken broth, chopped celery, sliced carrot, salt, and black pepper.

Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the broth to a gentle boil, allowing the vegetables to begin softening.

Add the shaped macaroni and diced chicken breast, stirring gently so the pasta does not stick to the bottom.

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 15 minutes, until the macaroni is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

Lower the heat slightly and simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to allow the flavors to come together. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.