Description
This Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that’s perfect for a cozy meal. Packed with immune-boosting ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and garlic, this soup is not only delicious but also great for fighting inflammation and supporting overall health.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onion and sauté until soft. Stir in garlic and ginger.
- Add Spices: Add turmeric, black pepper, and cumin, stirring well.
- Cook Vegetables: Add carrots and celery, cook for a few minutes.
- Simmer: Pour in chicken broth, add chicken, and simmer.
- Add Greens: Stir in kale or spinach and cook until wilted.
- Finish and Serve: Add lemon juice, salt to taste, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a warming kick.
- This soup freezes well—perfect for batch cooking and reheating later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Health-Focused
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
