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Healing Chicken Soup with Turmeric — Sore Throat & Recovery Friendly

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A vibrant and healing soup made with turmeric, chicken, ginger, and fresh herbs — anti-inflammatory and deeply nourishing.

Ingredients

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  • 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

Instructions

  • 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.

Notes

  • 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.