Description
A soothing and nourishing soup made with tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and anti-inflammatory ingredients like turmeric, ginger, and garlic — perfect for boosting immunity and warming the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) coconut milk
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add carrots and simmer for 10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken and coconut milk. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add baby spinach and cook for 1–2 minutes until wilted.
- Stir in lime juice and season with salt to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or fresh sliced chili.
- Use freshly grated turmeric for an even more vibrant flavor and color.
- This soup freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: anti-inflammatory soup, chicken coconut soup, turmeric ginger soup, immune boosting soup, healthy chicken soup