Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup
This Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup is a golden, healing bowl of comfort made with turmeric, garlic, ginger, and chicken simmered in nourishing broth. Packed with anti-inflammatory benefits, immune-supportive herbs, and vibrant vegetables, it’s an easy, flavorful recipe perfect for wellness-focused meals, recovery days, or cozy weeknight dinners.
Equipment
- Heavy-bottomed soup pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Cutting board & sharp knife
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Ladle
- Optional: immersion blender
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1–1½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 lb bone-in, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth or bone broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 cups leafy greens (spinach, kale, or chard)
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt, to taste
Optional Boosts:
- ½ cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- ½ cup full-fat coconut milk
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Bloom Spices: Stir in turmeric and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release their oils.
- Build the Base: Add chicken, broth, carrots, and celery. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until chicken is tender and vegetables are soft.
- Shred & Return Chicken: Remove chicken, shred with two forks, then return to pot.
- Finish the Soup: Stir in leafy greens and lemon juice. Simmer 5 more minutes.
- Taste & Serve: Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge up to 5 days; freezes well for 3 months.
- Low-FODMAP Option: Replace garlic/onion with garlic-infused oil and green scallion tops.
- Flavor Additions: Add chili flakes, fresh herbs, or coconut milk for variation.
- Broth Tip: Homemade bone broth enhances flavor, collagen content, and gut-healing benefits.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Great for batch cooking—flavors deepen the next day.