Description
This Anti Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup is a comforting and nourishing dish that is packed with immune-boosting ingredients. The warmth of turmeric, ginger, and garlic combined with the wholesome goodness of chicken and vegetables makes this soup a perfect addition to your health-inspired meal rotation.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups baby spinach or kale
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, black pepper, and cumin, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add carrots, celery, cauliflower, and chicken broth. Place chicken into the pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
- Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot. Stir in lemon juice, spinach or kale, and apple cider vinegar if using.
- Simmer for 5 more minutes until greens are wilted. Taste and adjust salt as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
- For extra anti-inflammatory benefits, add a pinch of cayenne or a dash of black seed oil.
- This soup freezes well and makes a great immune-boosting meal prep option.
- Substitute vegetable broth and chickpeas for a vegan version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Health-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
