Anti Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup
Anti Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup is a deliciously comforting dish, perfect for chilly evenings or when you crave a nutritious meal. This vibrant soup combines tender chicken with aromatic spices like turmeric and ginger, known for their health benefits. With fresh vegetables and a warm broth, it’s not just a culinary delight but also a nourishing choice that supports your immune system.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 cup kale or spinach, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the chopped onion for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in ground turmeric and coat the onions evenly.
- Add chicken to the pot and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cover. Cook for about 30 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it using two forks, and return it to the soup.
- Add sliced carrots and chopped celery; cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until tender.
- Stir in chopped kale or spinach; cook until wilted (about 3-5 minutes).
- Season with salt to taste and serve hot garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg