Ginger Turmeric Chicken Soup (Printable version)

Hearty soup with tender chicken, aromatic vegetables, and warming spices finished with creamy coconut milk.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 ribs celery, diced
05 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

→ Spices

06 - 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
07 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground cumin

→ Broth & Proteins

09 - 6 cups (48 ounces) chicken broth
10 - 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized cubes

→ Other

11 - 6 ounces egg noodles
12 - 1 can (13.5 ounces) unsweetened coconut milk
13 - Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
14 - Fresh parsley, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables are softened and onion is translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
02 - Stir in garlic, turmeric, ginger, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the spices.
03 - Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine. Add the chicken pieces and bring to a low simmer.
04 - Cover and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
05 - Add the egg noodles and coconut milk. Simmer uncovered for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles are tender.
06 - Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The turmeric creates this stunning golden hue that makes every bowl feel like sunshine
  • Coconut milk transforms an ordinary chicken soup into something creamy and dreamy without any dairy
  • It comes together in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all day
02 -
  • Do not let the spices burn during that 1 minute bloom or they will turn bitter instantly
  • The coconut milk can separate if boiled too vigorously so keep it to a gentle simmer
  • Egg noodles soak up liquid quickly so this soup will thicken in the fridge overnight
03 -
  • Cut your chicken into slightly larger pieces than you think you need because they shrink as they cook
  • Use full fat coconut milk for the creamiest results light versions tend to separate
  • If you want to meal prep this cook the noodles separately and add them when reheating so they do not become mushy
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