A vibrant and healing soup made with turmeric, chicken, ginger, and fresh herbs — anti-inflammatory and deeply nourishing.
1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tbsp fresh turmeric or 1 tsp ground turmeric
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, sliced
6 cups bone broth or chicken stock
½ tsp ground black pepper
½ tsp salt (to taste)
½ cup full-fat coconut milk (optional)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tbsp chopped parsley or cilantro
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Add onion and sauté 3–4 minutes.
Add garlic, ginger, and turmeric. Cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in carrots, celery, chicken, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 20–25 minutes.
Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to pot.
Stir in coconut milk (if using) and simmer another 5–10 minutes.
Turn off heat. Stir in lemon juice and herbs. Adjust seasoning and serve.
For spicier soup, add cayenne or red pepper flakes.
Omit coconut milk for a lighter broth.
Freeze without grains or coconut milk for best texture.