Golden Turmeric Chicken Soup (Printable)

A fragrant golden broth with tender chicken, aromatic spices, and fresh vegetables for a nourishing bowl of comfort.

# What You Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and grated
07 - 1 cup baby spinach or kale leaves

→ Broth & Liquids

08 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
10 - Juice of 1 lemon

→ Spices & Seasonings

11 - 1.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
12 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
13 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
14 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
15 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Herbs

16 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

# How To Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in turmeric, cumin, black pepper, and sea salt. Cook for 30 seconds to release aromatic oils.
04 - Add chicken pieces and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until surface is opaque.
05 - Pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
06 - Add spinach or kale and simmer for 5 minutes until wilted and chicken is fully cooked through.
07 - Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
08 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Infused with healing turmeric and fresh ginger.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 50 minutes.
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free for various dietary needs.
  • Packed with 29g of protein per serving for a satisfying meal.
02 -
  • Add a cinnamon stick or star anise during simmering for an extra layer of aromatic depth.
  • Always use fresh ginger and garlic for the most potent anti-inflammatory benefits.
  • Check your broth and spice labels to ensure they are free from hidden gluten or allergens.
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