Description
Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort during chilly nights. Packed with tender chicken, zesty lemon, and aromatic spices, this soup not only delights the palate but also provides an array of health benefits thanks to turmeric and ginger. The fragrant broth envelops savory rice, making every spoonful a cozy embrace. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 inches ginger root, peeled and sliced
- 2 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 carrots, sliced thinly
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic. Slice ginger, chop carrots and celery.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in carrots, celery, and turmeric powder; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in rice and simmer until tender (around 15 minutes). Just before serving, squeeze in fresh lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg