Golden Turmeric Chicken Soup (Printable)

A fragrant golden soup with chicken, vegetables, and turmeric. Ready in 50 minutes for a nourishing meal.

# What You 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 baby spinach, packed

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1½ 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add diced chicken and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the pieces turn opaque.
04 - Pour in 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.
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.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Infused with anti-inflammatory turmeric and ginger.
  • Quick and easy meal ready in 50 minutes.
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
  • High in protein with 30g per serving.
02 -
  • Check your broth and spice labels to ensure they are free from hidden allergens or gluten.
  • Adjust the heat level by adding or omitting the optional chili flakes.
  • Always season with salt at the end of the cooking process to avoid over-salting as the broth reduces.
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