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Healthy Golden Turmeric Chicken Soup Recipe Easy Anti-Inflammatory Ginger Soup

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A quick and easy anti-inflammatory chicken soup featuring turmeric and fresh ginger, packed with wholesome ingredients for a comforting and nourishing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach or kale, roughly chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper or freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (10 minutes): Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, mince the garlic, and grate the fresh ginger. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics (5-7 minutes): Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in your pot. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add Turmeric and Chicken (3 minutes): Sprinkle in the ground turmeric and stir quickly to coat the aromatics. Add the chicken pieces, stirring to combine and lightly brown them.
  4. Add Vegetables and Broth (3 minutes): Toss in the sliced carrots and celery. Pour in the 6 cups of chicken broth. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until carrots are tender.
  5. Add Leafy Greens and Season (2-3 minutes): Stir in the baby spinach or kale and cook just until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Finish with Lemon Juice (1 minute): Remove the pot from heat and squeeze in the juice of one lemon.
  7. Serve Warm: Ladle into bowls and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Do not rush sautéing onions, garlic, and ginger to build flavor. Use silicone or wooden utensils to avoid turmeric stains. Cook chicken until no longer pink to avoid dryness. For silkier broth, strain after simmering and add back chicken and veggies. Adjust seasoning gradually. Leftovers taste better the next day. Freeze soup without leafy greens and add fresh greens when reheating.

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Keywords: turmeric chicken soup, anti-inflammatory soup, ginger soup, healthy chicken soup, easy chicken soup, gluten-free soup, dairy-free soup

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