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Healing Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Lemon Ginger Chicken Soup

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A cozy, immune-boosting chicken soup featuring turmeric, lemon, and ginger that soothes and invigorates with every spoonful. Perfect for wellness and quick to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
  • 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of black pepper (optional, to help turmeric absorption)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, slice carrots and celery, mince garlic, and grate fresh ginger. Cut the chicken thighs into 1-inch chunks. (10-15 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant, about 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant, lowering heat if needed to avoid burning garlic.
  4. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon turmeric over the veggies and stir well to coat.
  5. Add chicken chunks to the pot and stir to coat with turmeric and aromatics. Cook for 3-4 minutes until chicken starts to turn opaque.
  6. Pour in 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth. Stir to combine, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes.
  7. About 5 minutes before serving, stir in lemon zest and juice. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Use wooden or silicone utensils to avoid turmeric stains. Add lemon juice at the end to preserve brightness. A pinch of black pepper enhances turmeric absorption. For a heartier soup, add cooked rice or noodles near the end. Soup tastes better the next day. Can substitute chicken thighs with turkey or tofu and use vegetable broth for vegetarian version.

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