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Chicken and Leafy Greens Soup


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  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

A hearty chicken soup loaded with vibrant vegetables and leafy greens, perfect for a comforting meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken (breast or thighs)
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups leafy greens (like kale or spinach)
  • Salt to taste
  • Olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until vegetables are tender.
  3. Pour chicken into the pot and add chicken broth.
  4. Stir in turmeric, ginger, black pepper, and salt.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  7. Add leafy greens and cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Serve warm.

Notes

Best eaten fresh the same day; store without greens and add fresh when reheating.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg