Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup

Here’s a delicious and healthy anti-inflammatory turmeric chicken soup recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a bit of heat)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup diced carrots
• 1 cup diced celery
• 1 cup diced sweet potatoes
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
• 1 cup coconut milk (optional, for a creamy texture)
• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat the Olive Oil:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Aromatics:
   • Add the diced onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, ground turmeric, ground cumin, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add Chicken and Vegetables:
   • Add the chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are no longer pink on the outside.
   • Stir in the diced carrots, celery, and sweet potatoes. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add Broth and Tomatoes:
   • Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
5. Simmer:
   • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
6. Add Coconut Milk and Greens:
   • Stir in the coconut milk (if using) and the chopped spinach or kale. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes until the greens are wilted.
7. Season and Finish:
   • Add the lemon juice and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Enjoy your delicious and nutritious anti-inflammatory turmeric chicken soup!