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Anti Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Clara Walker
  • Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
– 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
– ½ teaspoon ground cumin
– ½ teaspoon ground coriander
– 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
– 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
– 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
– 2 medium carrots, sliced
– 1 cup chopped celery
– 1 cup chopped kale or spinach
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish (optional)
– Juice of 1 lime (optional)


Instructions

Creating Anti Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup can be both satisfying and straightforward if you follow these simple steps:

1. Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

3. Add Spices: Sprinkle in the ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, and chili powder (if using). Stir well, allowing the spices to toast for about a minute.

4. Pour in Broth: Slowly add the chicken broth to the pot, stirring to combine with the spices. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

5. Add Vegetables: Introduce the sliced carrots and chopped celery to the pot. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

6. Incorporate Chicken: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and chopped kale or spinach. Let simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until everything is heated through.

7. Season to Taste: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.

8. Serve Hot: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. For added brightness, squeeze a bit of lime juice over each serving before enjoying!

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup with ease and confidence.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: Add some legumes, such as chickpeas or lentils, for added nourishment and protein.