Description
Nourish your body with this comforting and flavorful Homemade Anti-Inflammatory Chicken Soup. Packed with wholesome ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and fresh vegetables, it’s a delicious way to support your well-being. Easy to make and perfect for sick days or anytime you need a gentle boost.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
- 1 cup egg noodles, cooked according to package directions
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
- Optional: A squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 8-10 minutes.
- 2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the pot. Cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 3. Stir in the ground turmeric, cumin, and black pepper. Cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds to toast the spices and release their full flavor.
- 4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for at least 20-30 minutes.
- 5. Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and stir well. Allow the soup to heat through, which usually takes about 5 minutes.
- 6. Just before serving, stir in the cooked egg noodles and the fresh chopped parsley. If using, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a bright, uplifting finish.
- 7. Taste and season with salt as needed.
Notes
Allow soup to cool completely before refrigerating or freezing for best quality. Soup can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. For frozen soup, thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: Approx. 250-300
- Sugar: Approx. 7g
- Sodium: Approx. 600mg (varies by broth)
- Fat: Approx. 9g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20g
- Fiber: Approx. 3g
- Protein: Approx. 25g