🍵 Warm & Nourishing Chicken Tinola 🥬  
"Perfect for a cozy family meal, this soup brings health and warmth to your table."

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️  
- 1 cup fresh malunggay (moringa) leaves  
- 4 cups water  
- 4 cloves garlic, minced  
- 2 tbsp cooking oil  
- 1 piece ginger, peeled and thinly sliced  
- 2 cups green or unripe papaya, chopped into small pieces  
- 2 stalks lemongrass, tied into a knot  
- 2 lbs chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces  
- 1 tsp salt  
- 1 small onion, chopped  
- ½ tsp ground black pepper  

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  
1. Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and sliced ginger. Sauté for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.  
2. Add the chicken pieces to the pot. Season with salt and ground black pepper, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly browned.  
3. Pour in the water, ensuring it covers the chicken mixture. Add the knotted lemongrass stalks and stir everything well. Cover the pot and simmer gently over medium heat for 20 minutes.  
4. Once the broth is flavorful, add the chopped green papaya. Stir, cover, and let cook for another 20 minutes, allowing the papaya to soften and absorb the soup's flavors.  
5. Stir in the fresh malunggay leaves. Cover the pot again and cook for an additional 3 minutes, just until the leaves wilt and release their nutrients.  
6. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve it hot. Enjoy the heartiness and warmth of this comforting dish!  

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  
Approximate per serving (Serves 4):  
- Calories: 210  
- Protein: 24g  
- Carbohydrates: 8g  
- Fats: 10g  
- Fiber: 2g  
- Other: Rich in vitamins A, C, and antioxidants from the moringa leaves and papaya.

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  
- Substitute the green papaya with chayote if it's more readily available. Both work beautifully in this dish.  
- For an extra aromatic twist, crush the lemongrass stalks slightly before adding them to the pot.  
- If you prefer a richer flavor, use chicken thighs or bone-in chicken pieces. The bones enhance the broth’s depth.  

⏳ Preparation time 🕰️  
Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 50 minutes | Serves: 4  

Enjoy this homemade Chicken Tinola—a simple, healthy, and heartwarming meal for your family! 🥢🍜