Description
This healthy immunity-boosting chicken detox soup is packed with anti-inflammatory ingredients like garlic, ginger, turmeric, and leafy greens. It’s nourishing, low in calories, and perfect for supporting your immune system during cold and flu season.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add carrots, celery, zucchini, and turmeric. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in chicken broth and add chicken, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in kale or spinach and cook for 2–3 more minutes until wilted.
- Add lemon juice and adjust salt to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use bone-in chicken for deeper flavor and added nutrients.
- This soup freezes well and is great for meal prep.
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra immune kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg