Moroccan Chicken Chorba Served with Fresh-Baked Khobz (includes complimentary surprise dessert)

Every meal at Ragna’s Table begins with curiosity. Some recipes come from family memories, others from conversations with friends or travels, and some simply begin with a desire to learn about another corner of the world through its food. Moroccan chorba is one of those dishes that immediately drew me in. It’s humble, nourishing, deeply comforting, and filled with ingredients that have been bringing families together around the table for generations.

Chorba is one of Morocco’s most cherished soups. While every family has its own version, it is traditionally made with tomatoes, legumes, fresh herbs, warming spices, and often chicken or lamb. It is especially loved during Ramadan, when it is served to break the day’s fast, but it is enjoyed throughout the year as a wholesome meal shared with family and friends.

My version stays true to the heart of the dish. Tender chicken is gently simmered with tomatoes, chickpeas, lentils, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, fresh parsley, cilantro, and a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and paprika. The result is a soup that is rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants while remaining light, satisfying, and full of warmth. A vegetarian version is also available upon request, prepared with the same aromatic broth and hearty legumes, creating a meal that is every bit as comforting and nourishing.

Served alongside the soup is an individual fresh-baked khobz, Morocco’s traditional round bread. Lightly topped with sesame seeds and baked fresh, it’s perfect for tearing apart and dipping into the flavorful broth—just as it has been enjoyed in Moroccan homes for centuries.

Made with simple, wholesome ingredients—always mostly or entirely organic whenever possible—and slow-cooked with care, this meal celebrates the shared table that lies at the heart of Moroccan hospitality. It reflects a tradition of gathering family and friends over nourishing food while bringing a little taste of Morocco to our own community here in San Diego.

I can’t wait to cook this for you!