Soups & Stews
Spicy Ginger Garlic Chicken Soup
Here‚‘s a simple recipe that‚‘s perfect for when you‚‘re sick. It‚‘s soothing, light, and packed with ingredients that can help relieve cold symptoms. This soup is packed with garlic, ginger, and a bit of heat, which can help clear sinuses, boost the immune system, and soothe the throat. You can use
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- 3/4 cup red lentils, rinsed
- 2 cups chopped bok choy
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Juice of 1 lemon or lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
- 1
Sauté the aromatics: In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Add onion, garlic, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- 3
Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and the onion begins to soften.
- 4
Build the base: Add the broth, chicken thighs, carrots, celery, jalapeño (if using), and rinsed red lentils.
- 5
Stir, then increase heat to bring to a gentle boil.
- 6
Simmer: Reduce heat to low-medium, cover, and cook for 20–22 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through (165°F) and lentils are tender.
- 7
Shred the chicken: Remove chicken from the pot, shred into bite-sized pieces using two forks, and return it to the soup.
- 8
Finish the soup: Stir in bok choy, soy sauce, and lemon or lime juice.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Simmer uncovered for 4–5 minutes, until the bok choy is just tender and bright green.
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Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot.
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Protein Flip Note: Combining hearty chicken with protein- and fiber-rich red lentils creates a balanced, satisfying bowl that’s as comforting as it is nourishing.
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