Description
Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup is a comforting and nourishing dish combining tender shredded chicken, fragrant spices like ginger and turmeric, and bright lemon juice. This flavorful soup is perfect for cozy evenings or a soothing meal when you need warmth and health benefits in one bowl.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Protein and Garnish
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat Olive Oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until hot enough to sauté the vegetables.
- Sauté Onion: Add diced onion and cook until translucent and soft, approximately 5 minutes.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic, grated ginger, ground turmeric, and red pepper flakes; cook for one more minute until fragrant.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add Chicken and Rice: Stir in shredded cooked chicken and pre-cooked rice into the simmering broth to heat through.
- Simmer to Meld Flavors: Allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes to combine all flavors nicely.
- Finish with Lemon and Seasoning: Stir in fresh lemon juice and add salt and pepper to taste to brighten the soup.
- Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot for best flavor.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked rice to shorten cooking time and keep the rice texture intact.
- Adjust red pepper flakes amount to control the spiciness level.
- Fresh lemon juice enhances the soup with a bright, fresh acidity; add just before serving to preserve flavor.
- This soup can be made ahead and reheated gently on stovetop.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version but add additional protein sources.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 230 calories
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
