Photos generated by AI

Chicken Kharcho is a comforting and flavorful Georgian soup made with tender chicken, tomatoes, walnuts, garlic, and aromatic herbs. Unlike beef kharcho, this traditional variation has a lighter texture while still delivering the rich and distinctive flavors Georgian cuisine is known for.

Kharcho is one of the most beloved dishes in Georgian cuisine and has many regional variations across the country. Chicken kharcho became especially popular as a homestyle alternative to the classic beef version. The use of walnuts, garlic, coriander, and Georgian saffron reflects the deep culinary traditions of western Georgia, where nut-based dishes are common.

Step 1

Clean and cut the chicken into pieces. Wash thoroughly, place in a pot, add water, and bring to a boil.
Skim off the foam during boiling. Add finely chopped onions to the broth and continue cooking.

Step 2

Separately boil the grated tomatoes until softened.

Step 3

Crush or blend the walnuts together with Georgian saffron, garlic, black pepper, coriander, and salt until smooth.

Step 4

Mix the walnut paste into the cooked tomato mixture until fully combined.

Step 5

Add finely chopped parsley to the tomato and walnut mixture, then pour everything into the chicken broth.

Step 6

Simmer for another 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.

Step 7

Serve hot. Tomato sauce can also be replaced with tkemali or kwatsarakhi for a more traditional sour flavor.

• Use ripe tomatoes for deeper flavor and natural sweetness.
• Blend the walnuts very finely for a smoother soup texture.
• Do not boil the soup aggressively after adding walnuts.
• Fresh herbs added at the end keep the flavor vibrant.

• Calories: ~320 kcal per serving
• High in protein and healthy fats
• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins