This Anti-Inflammatory Chicken Soup is loaded with garlic, turmeric, ginger, vegetables, and tender chicken. A soothing, immune-supportive soup that’s as delicious as it is nourishing.
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
1 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp black pepper
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 zucchini, diced
1½ lbs chicken thighs or breasts
6 cups bone broth or chicken stock
1 bay leaf
1 tsp fresh or dried thyme
3 cups spinach or kale
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt to taste
Extra olive oil for serving
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger for 3–5 minutes.
Stir in turmeric and pepper. Add carrots, celery, zucchini and cook 5 minutes.
Add chicken, broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Simmer 20–25 minutes until chicken is cooked.
Remove and shred chicken. Return to pot.
Add spinach or kale. Simmer 5 more minutes.
Stir in lemon juice. Season to taste.
Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil.
Store up to 5 days refrigerated or 3 months frozen.
Add quinoa or rice for a heartier version.
Use rotisserie chicken for a time-saving shortcut.