Here’s a soothing, anti-inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup—warm, flavorful, and packed with healing spices 🥣✨
Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1–2 tsp fresh grated ginger (or ½ tsp ground ginger)
- 1–2 tsp ground turmeric
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1–2 cups leafy greens (spinach, kale, or Swiss chard)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: ½ tsp black pepper (helps absorb turmeric)
- Optional garnish: fresh parsley or cilantro, squeeze of lemon
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté aromatics
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
2️⃣ Add turmeric & broth
Stir in turmeric, then pour in chicken broth.
3️⃣ Cook chicken
Add chicken to the pot. Simmer 20–25 minutes until cooked through. Remove chicken, shred, and return to the pot.
4️⃣ Add vegetables
Add carrots and celery. Simmer 10–15 minutes until tender.
5️⃣ Add greens & finish
Stir in leafy greens just before serving; cook 2–3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice.
Why It’s Anti-Inflammatory
- Turmeric = curcumin, natural anti-inflammatory
- Ginger & garlic = boost immunity and flavor
- Leafy greens = antioxidants
Tips
- Use bone-in chicken for richer flavor
- Freeze leftovers for a quick, healthy meal
- Add a small pinch of cayenne for a warming kick
I can also give you a 5-minute prep version with pre-cooked chicken if you want a super quick anti-inflammatory soup. Do you want me to do that?