Jamaican Chicken Soup

A hearty, flavourful bowl of seasoned chicken simmered with pumpkin, carrots, chocho, corn, and dumplings. Warm, comforting, and full of island soul.

Serving the Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Milton, Brantford, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton

Jamaican Chicken Soup

More than just a soup, this beloved Jamaican classic is a weekly ritual rooted in heritage, comfort, and community. In Jamaica, Saturday is Soup Day. A tradition passed down through generations where families gather around a bubbling pot of richly seasoned broth filled with fresh, wholesome ingredients.

Historically, Saturday soup began as a way to stretch the week’s provisions and prepare the body for Sunday worship. What started as a practical, nourishing dish soon became a cultural staple, with the most common version being chicken soup. Simple, soulful, and full of flavour.

Our Jamaican Chicken Soup is prepared the traditional way: slow-simmered with bone-in chicken, hearty chunks of pumpkin, carrots, corn on the cob, and Irish potatoes, all infused with aromatic scallions (green onion), thyme, and a touch of scotch bonnet pepper for subtle heat. We finish it with the classic Grace cock soup mix, adding bold flavor and nostalgia to every bite.

This isn’t your everyday chicken soup—it’s a full, satisfying meal served hot and made with heart. Whether you're looking for a taste of home or eager to explore the comforting flavours of the Caribbean, our Jamaican Chicken Soup invites you into a time-honoured island experience that warms the body and the soul.

Traditionally served on Saturdays, but loved any day of the week.

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When I first migrated to Canada, cooking wasn't really my thing. But the longing for the rich flavors of home—and the reality of feeding a household of six—pushed me to learn how to make quick, easy Jamaican meals with just a few simple ingredients. Over time, cooking became more than a necessity—it became a joy.

Like a true Jamaican, my favorite part of cooking is sharing meals and seeing the happiness they bring to others. Even better? Inviting others into my kitchen—especially those who believed Jamaican food was too hard to make—and showing them how easy and fun it can be.

Now, I want to share that same experience with you and your loved ones, right in the comfort of your own home. Let's bring the joy of authentic Jamaican cooking to your kitchen, one simple, delicious meal at a time.

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