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Healing Turmeric Chicken Soup for Cozy Nights

A nourishing soup packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric and ginger, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Substitute with coconut oil for sweetness.
  • 1 medium onion Diced.
  • 2 medium carrots Chopped.
  • 2 stalks celery Chopped.
  • 4 cloves garlic Mince for maximum flavor.
For the Key Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon fresh turmeric Or 2 teaspoons of ground turmeric.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Essential for absorbing curcumin.
  • 1 pound chicken pieces Thighs or breasts.
For the Broth
  • 6 cups chicken broth Opt for low-sodium.
  • 1 leaf bay leaf Remove before serving.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Squeeze in before serving.
  • 1 cup optional coconut milk For creaminess.
  • leafy greens Toss in right before serving.

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Mix in the chopped carrots and celery, cooking for another 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic, fresh turmeric, fresh ginger, cumin, and black pepper. Cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Nestle in chicken pieces and cover them with chicken broth, adding the bay leaf.
  6. Bring to a boil over high heat for about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, until chicken is tender.
  8. Remove chicken, shred it, and return it to the soup.
  9. Squeeze lemon juice into the soup, add coconut milk if desired, and incorporate leafy greens.
  10. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Toast spices for maximum flavor and include black pepper for curcumin absorption.

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