Golden Turmeric Chicken Soup (Print Version)

Nourishing golden soup with turmeric, chicken, and fresh vegetables for immune support.

# What You'll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 14 oz), diced

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
07 - 1 small zucchini, diced
08 - 2 cups packed baby spinach

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1 ½ teaspoons ground turmeric
10 - ½ teaspoon ground cumin
11 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
12 - ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
13 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste

→ Liquids

14 - 5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
15 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
16 - Juice of ½ lemon

→ Herbs

17 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in the garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add the diced chicken and cook for 2–3 minutes until the pieces turn opaque.
04 - Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
05 - Add zucchini and simmer for another 5 minutes until tender.
06 - Stir in spinach and cook for 2 more minutes until wilted. Squeeze in lemon juice and season with salt (and chili flakes, if using).
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Its ridiculously simple but tastes like something from a restaurant that takes hours
  • The anti-inflammatory spices actually make you feel better from the inside out
  • One pot, minimal cleanup, and your whole house smells amazing
02 -
  • Turmeric stains everything including clothes, countertops, and your favorite wooden spoon
  • The soup tastes even better the next day so make a big batch
  • Adding the lemon juice at the very end preserves its bright flavor
03 -
  • Fresh turmeric root creates a more vibrant color and deeper flavor than ground powder
  • Letting the soup cool slightly before tasting helps you judge the seasoning accurately
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