This Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup has a rich texture and healing flavors. We prepare this golden soup with tender chicken, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, fresh ginger, turmeric, black pepper, chicken broth, leafy greens, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. This golden soup provides approximately 280 calories and 7 g net carbs per serving. We can prepare this golden soup in just 50 minutes. This Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup is perfect for meal-prep plans, recovery meals, immune-supportive diets, and light yet filling lunches. For later use, we can store the soup in the refrigerator for a maximum of 4 days or freeze it for more than 3 months without losing its delicious flavor. You can serve this golden soup with Whole-Grain Bread, Mediterranean Cucumber Salad, Roasted Broccoli, Garlic Asparagus, or Avocado Tomato Salad.
STATS:
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Cuisine: American
- Prep Duration: 15 minutes
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Course: Main Course, Soup
- Cook Duration: 35 minutes
- Portion Size: 1½ cups
- Mode of Cooking: Stovetop
- Overall Yields: 6
- Level of Difficulty: Easy
- Overall Duration: 50 minutes
TOOLS:
- Big soup pot
- Chopping board
- Measuring spoons
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups
- Ladle
INGREDIENTS:
- Chicken breast, one lb.
- One tbsp. olive oil
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 celery stalks
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp sea salt
- Six cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup kale
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp parsley
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN:
- We must use chicken since it gives protein and thickens the soup. As a replacement, you can use turkey breast, shredded rotisserie chicken, or chickpeas.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use the olive oil, which adds healthy fats and flavor. Use avocado or coconut oil as a different choice.
TURMERIC:
- To provide the soup golden hue, we include turmeric. You can swap it with fresh turmeric root or curry powder.
GINGER:
- Utilize ginger to add warmth and support wellness. We can switch it out with ½ teaspoon ground ginger or galangal.
GARLIC:
- We have to use garlic, as it enhances flavor and supports immune health. As a substitute, you can use one tsp. of garlic powder or shallots.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- Use chicken broth to create a rich and flavorful soup base. You can replace it with bone broth, vegetable broth, or homemade stock.
KALE:
- We use kale because it adds fiber and nutrients to the soup. Swiss chard is another option.
LEMON JUICE:
- Utilize lemon juice, which will give a bright texture to the soup. We can replace it with lime juice or apple cider vinegar.
PARSLEY:
- We use parsley to add freshness and color. Use cilantro, dill, or green onions as further choices.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm olive oil in a big soup pot.
- Include the celery, onion, and carrots.
- Cook till become softer, for almost six minutes.
- Mix in salt, garlic, black pepper, turmeric, and ginger.
- Cook for almost one minute.
- Include chicken broth and chicken.
- Boil the mixture, simmer on a slow flame for 30 minutes
- Take the chicken out of the pot & make shreds with 2 forks.
- Place the chicken shreds back in the soup.
- Whisk in spinach or kale, and cook for almost three minutes.
- Include parsley and lemon juice.
- Serve this golden soup hot.
TIPS:
- Include a small amount of cayenne pepper for additional flavor.
- We utilize bone broth for extra nutrients.
- Leave the soup to sit for almost ten minutes and then serve.
- Include additional veggies like mushrooms or zucchini.
- Use fresh turmeric, which will deliver a powerful color and flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HEALTHY BREAD PAIRINGS:
- Whole-Grain Bread
- Sourdough Bread
- Multigrain Rolls
- Garlic Toast
- Seeded Bread
FRESH SALAD OPTIONS:
- Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
- Avocado Tomato Salad
- Mixed Green Salad
- Arugula Lemon Salad
- Greek Salad
ROASTED VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Asparagus
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Herb-Roasted Carrots
- Roasted Cauliflower
PROTEIN-RICH PAIRINGS:
- Grilled Lemon Chicken
- Baked Salmon Fillet
- Roasted Turkey Breast
- Garlic Shrimp Skewers
- Baked Tofu Cubes
LIGHT GRAIN DISHES:
- Brown Rice Pilaf
- Quinoa Salad
- Wild Rice Blend
- Lemon Herb Couscous
- Mediterranean Rice Bowl
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store this golden soup in a covered container for nearly four days.
FREEZER:
- Store this golden soup for almost two to three months.
FAQs:
Will we utilize cooked chicken?
- Yes, you can include shredded and cooked chicken throughout the final ten minutes of cooking.
Why do we utilize turmeric in this golden soup?
- Because turmeric has curcumin, which provides anti-inflammatory qualities.
Could we prepare this golden soup earlier?
- This golden soup freezes for almost three months, so you may prepare it earlier than the time.
May we prepare this golden soup vegetarian?
- Yes, you can utilize vegetable broth and white beans or chickpeas instead of chicken.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 280 kcal
Sodium: 580 mg
Total Carbs: 10 g
Net Carbs: 7 g
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 4 g
Fats: 10 g
Proteins: 30 g
Portion Size: 1½ cups
