Description
Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup is a comforting and nourishing dish that combines tender shredded chicken with aromatic ginger, turmeric, and the bright zing of fresh lemon juice. This wholesome soup is easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and perfect for cozy dinners or whenever you need a warm, hearty meal with health benefits.
Ingredients
Scale
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 Oil: Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until hot enough to sauté the aromatics.
- Cook Onion: Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent and soft.
- Add Spices and Aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic, grated ginger, ground turmeric, and red pepper flakes; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add Chicken and Rice: Stir in the cooked shredded chicken and cooked rice into the simmering broth.
- Simmer Soup: Let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Season and Finish: Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot for best flavor.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked rice to avoid overcooking it in the soup and maintain the ideal texture.
- Add more lemon juice for increased brightness or adjust red pepper flakes for desired heat level.
- Substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it vegetarian-friendly, and replace chicken with tofu or chickpeas.
- This soup keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes nicely for up to 1 month.
- For extra nutrition, add chopped leafy greens like spinach or kale during the last few minutes of simmering.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230 kcal
- 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
