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Quick & Healing Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup

Close-up of a bowl of Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup with shredded chicken, rice, carrots, and parsley garnish.
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Make this simple, nourishing Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup. It uses rotisserie chicken for a fast, comforting meal packed with immune-supporting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
  • 1/2 cup white rice, uncooked
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until the vegetables soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the grated ginger and ground turmeric. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the uncooked white rice to the boiling broth. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  6. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken and cook until the chicken is heated through, about 3 minutes.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
  8. Taste the soup and add salt as needed.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

  • For a stronger turmeric flavor, use 1/2 teaspoon of fresh grated turmeric root instead of ground turmeric.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, add 1/2 cup of frozen peas during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • You can substitute brown rice, but adjust the cooking time, as it will take longer to become tender.

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