Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup with Ginger, Turmeric & Garlic
5 People
280 Cals
Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup with Ginger, Turmeric & Garlic
5 People
280 Cals
About the recipe
There’s something deeply comforting about a bowl of homemade chicken soup. This nourishing recipe is packed with immune-supporting ingredients including fresh ginger, turmeric, garlic and herbs, slowly simmered with tender chicken to create a beautifully aromatic broth.Rich in protein and naturally anti-inflammatory ingredients, this soup is designed to nourish the body, support immune health and warm you from the inside out. The chicken provides complete protein and essential amino acids to help repair tissues and support the immune system, while garlic, ginger and turmeric bring powerful antioxidants and natural antimicrobial properties.Simple vegetables like leek, carrot and celery add natural sweetness, vitamins and gut-supporting fibre, creating a beautifully balanced soup that feels both light and deeply satisfying.Whether you’re feeling run down, looking for a nourishing meal, or simply craving a comforting bowl of something wholesome, this immune-boosting chicken soup is one of the simplest and most restorative recipes you can make.Serve it just as it is for a light, healing broth or enjoy it with noodles or steamed jasmine rice for a more substantial meal.
Nutrition Per Serving
280
Calories
7g
Fat
2g
Saturates
5g
Sugars
910mg
Salt
40g
Protein
9g
Carbs
1g
Fibre
Ingredients
- 1 kg organic skinless chicken thighs cut into chunks
- 1 leek washed and sliced
- 2 carrots finely diced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 whole bulb garlic peeled
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh turmeric grated
- 1 bunch coriander leaves and stalks chopped seperately
- 12 cups hot boiled filtered water from the kettle
- 3 tablespoons tamari soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons mirin
- white or black pepper optional
Optional to Serve
- Noodles buckwheat, rice noodles, soba, ramen
- Steamed jasmine rice
Method
- Combine the chicken thighs, leek, carrot, celery, garlic, ginger, turmeric, coriander root, star anis and hot water into a large saucepan.
- Bring to the boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat and simmer partially covered for about 50 minutes - 1 hour, allowing the broth to develop flavour and the chicken to become beautifully tender.
- Stir in the tamari soy sauce and mirin as well as the chopped coriander leaf just before serving.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and serve as it is, or with noodles or steamed jasmine rice.
Health Benefits
Complete Protein for Strength and Repair
Chicken provides high-quality protein and all nine essential amino acids, helping to support immune function, muscle repair and overall wellbeing. Natural Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients
Fresh ginger, garlic and turmeric contain powerful compounds that help reduce inflammation and support the body’s natural immune defences. Hydration and Gentle Nourishment
Light broths like this are easy to digest, deeply hydrating and ideal when the body needs gentle, nourishing food. Extra greens
Add a few handfuls of shredded cabbage 15 minutes before serving, which adds extra nutrients and goodness.
Chicken provides high-quality protein and all nine essential amino acids, helping to support immune function, muscle repair and overall wellbeing. Natural Anti-Inflammatory Ingredients
Fresh ginger, garlic and turmeric contain powerful compounds that help reduce inflammation and support the body’s natural immune defences. Hydration and Gentle Nourishment
Light broths like this are easy to digest, deeply hydrating and ideal when the body needs gentle, nourishing food. Extra greens
Add a few handfuls of shredded cabbage 15 minutes before serving, which adds extra nutrients and goodness.
