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    Published: Nov 21, 2021 · Modified: Sep 18, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

    Turmeric Chicken Soup

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    This turmeric chicken soup is packed with healthy vegetables, herbs and spices that are so nourishing and warming. It's very easy to make and perfect for lunch or a light dinner for all the family.

    Love turmeric as a flavouring? Check out my turmeric turkey breast fillets and my turmeric chicken thighs for your next meal!

    turmeric chicken soup in white bowls on a grey linen cloth.

    Soups always feel cosy in the colder months, so perhaps you may like to see my butternut squash and apple soup and broccoli and cauliflower soup. Both healthy and delicious! And for another 'brothy' soup you may like to see my turkey quinoa soup!

    This chicken soup with turmeric is packed with healthy ingredients, from fragrant spices to leafy greens. It's perfect comfort food that is full of goodness and a real crowd-pleaser I find.

    Looking for some sides or add-ins for your soup? Do check out my 25 ideas for what to serve with chicken soup!

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    • ⭐ Why you'll love this recipe
    • 🐓 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • 💭 Recipe tips and notes
    • 📋 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍽 More delicious chicken recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    ⭐ Why you'll love this recipe

    • It's bursting with healthy ingredients: the combination of vegetables, leafy greens and spices mean this is a nutrient powerhouse of a recipe!
    • You can easily customise the vegetables: don't have carrots? Then maybe swap out for squash instead. Not a fan of kale? Simply leave out or swap for a leafy green you love.
    • Easy to make: although the recipe has a few steps, they are all very simple to follow. This chicken soup with anti-inflammatory spices is perfect for a weekend lunch!
    turmeric chicken soup in white bowls.

    🐓 Ingredients

    This nourishing chicken turmeric soup is bursting with healthy vegetables and anti-inflammatory spices. You will need:

    • Onion and garlic: the traditional base of flavour for soups. I would use fresh garlic if you have it, a touch of garlic powder if not.
    • Chicken breasts: try and use fresh and as good quality as you can.
    • Kale: for your leafy greens! Shred into smaller pieces.
    • Celery, carrots and zucchini: for all the healthy vegetable goodness, and tastes great too!
    • Turmeric: the main spice of the soup, giving it lots of taste and colour, as well as being so good for you (Healthline). The Simply Organic turmeric is good.
    • Ginger: just a touch to add some heat.
    • Sweet paprika: a swap out from hot or smoked paprika, this type is suitable for a low histamine diet. I like the Szeged sweet paprika.
    • Chicken or vegetable broth: personally I try and make my own broth and then freeze into portions, but if store bought works for you, then that's good too.
    • Parsley: for garnish (and rich in vitamin C too).

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    Just a few simple steps to enjoy your turmeric chicken soup:

    vegetables in a pan
    vegetables and chicken in a pan
    chicken vegetables and kale in a pan

    STEP 1

    Fry the onion and garlic in olive oil and cook until softened, for 5-6 minutes. Add the grated ginger, turmeric and sweet paprika and fry for a further minute or so.

    STEP 2

    Add the celery, carrot and zucchini and cook for a further 2-3 minutes, stirring well to combine the vegetables with the spices.

    STEP 3

    Use tongs to add the chicken breasts to the soup, along with the broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a light simmer. Cook for 30 minutes.

    STEP 4

    Take out the chicken breast and shred (ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked through). Place back in the pot, along with the kale. Add salt and pepper (if using). Cook for a further 2-3 minutes or until the kale has slightly wilted.

    💭 Recipe tips and notes

    • We aren't blending this soup, so dice the vegetables into small pieces to preference.
    • You can either shred the chicken with two forks, or with a stand mixer with the appropriate attachment.
    • Adjust the amount of turmeric, ginger and sweet paprika to taste preference.
    • Always check for an internal temperature of 165F at the deepest point of the chicken to ensure it's thoroughly cooked.

    📋 Frequently asked questions

    How can I make the chicken soup thicker?

    To reduce the soup to a more stew consistency use a bit less broth and let it reduce a little. Don't cook for too long though or the vegetables will go too mushy in consistency. This recipe is for a 'brothy' chicken soup.

    Can I change the vegetables used in the soup?

    Definitely! Swap out for the veggies you prefer.

    How can I make it even more fragrant?

    Simply add a bit more ginger, turmeric or sweet paprika!

    Can I make the chicken soup spicy?

    For those not on a low histamine diet who would like a touch of heat, a teaspoon of regular paprika rather than sweet paprika (which scores as low histamine) can be used. Best to stick to sweet paprika if you are low histamine, in line with the SIGHI list.

    Can I make this chicken soup more creamy?

    If you want a creamy soup, then you can reduce the amount of broth a little and include coconut milk. Personally I decided to keep this more 'brothy' than creamy, but it's always an option!

    turmeric chicken soup in a white bowl being held by a person.

    🍽 More delicious chicken recipes

    There are so many chicken recipes to choose from here, including my creamy paprika chicken and chicken and cabbage soup. Some recent recipes to enjoy:

    • Turmeric Chicken Thighs (Skillet Recipe)
    • 15 delicious low histamine chicken recipes
    • Creamy Paprika Chicken
    • Chicken and Cabbage Soup

    I’m always in the kitchen, so come join me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest to be the first to hear of new recipes. And please do leave a ⭐ star rating ⭐ if you tried the recipe!

    📖 Recipe

    white bowl of turmeric chicken soup with garlic and ginger next to it.

    Turmeric Chicken Soup

    Claire
    This turmeric chicken soup combines delicious anti-inflammatory spices, healthy greens and vegetables, and makes a lovely lunch or light dinner for the colder months. Serves 2 people, fairly generously.
    4.91 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 55 mins
    Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 295 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ white onion diced
    • 1 garlic clove minced or diced
    • 1 chicken breast (if larger cut into two strips)
    • 1 celery stick diced
    • 2 medium carrots diced
    • ½ zucchini diced
    • 2 cups kale stems removed and diced
    • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
    • 1 teaspoon turmeric
    • ½ teaspoon sweet paprika
    • 1 cm fresh ginger grated
    • small handful parsley for garnish
    • pinch salt
    • pinch black pepper optional

    Instructions
     

    • Fry the onion and garlic in olive oil and cook until softened, for 5-6 minutes. Add the grated ginger, turmeric and sweet paprika and fry for a further minute or so.
    • Add the celery, carrot and zucchini and cook for a further 2-3 minutes. Use tongs to add the chicken breast to the pot, as well as the chicken or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to a light simmer. Cook for 30 minutes.
    • Take out the chicken breast and shred. Place back in the pot, along with the kale. Add salt and pepper (if using). Cook on a light simmer for a further 2-3 minutes.
    • Ladle into your bowls and enjoy!

    Notes

    • We aren't blending this soup, so dice the vegetables into small pieces to preference.
    • You can either shred the chicken with two forks, or with a stand mixer with the appropriate attachment.
    • Always check that the chicken has an internal temperature of 165F to ensure it is thoroughly cooked.
    • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
     
    Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
    All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list, with the exception of:
    • kale is not rated on the SIGHI list.
    • garlic and ginger, which score 1.
    • chicken and vegetable broth will depend on ingredients used.
    • black pepper, which scores 2.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 31gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 1960mgPotassium: 1149mgFiber: 6gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 17281IUVitamin C: 79mgCalcium: 236mgIron: 3mg
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