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High-Protein Lemon & Turmeric Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 2 tbspextra-virgin olive oil
- 1 smallyellow onion
finely chopped, about 1 cup
- 4 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1piece fresh ginger
peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 1bay leaf
- 1 tspground turmeric
- ½ tspground coriander
- ½ tspsalt
- ¼ tspground pepper
- 4bone-in
skin-on chicken thighs, trimmed
- 5 cunsalted chicken broth
- 2 mediumsweet potatoes
scrubbed and sliced into ½-inch-thick half-moons, about 4 cups
- 5 cpacked baby kale
5 ounces
- 2 tbspfresh lemon juice
Directions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepan or medium Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic and cut ginger; cook, stirring often, until the onion softens and starts to brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Add 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon turmeric, ½ teaspoon each coriander and salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add trimmed chicken, 5 cups broth and sliced sweet potatoes; bring to a vigorous simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender but not falling apart, and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest portion of chicken reads at least 165°F, 15 to 18 minutes.
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- 2
Transfer the chicken to a plate to cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Meanwhile, add 5 cups kale to the soup; cook, stirring constantly, until just wilted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
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- 3
Remove and discard skin and bones from the chicken; shred the chicken. Stir 2 tablespoons lemon juice and the shredded chicken into the soup. Season with additional lemon juice to taste.
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High-Protein Lemon & Turmeric Chicken Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a bowl of something deeply nourishing and incredibly satisfying? This High-Protein Lemon & Turmeric Chicken Soup is exactly what you need to revitalize your body and delight your taste buds. It's a comforting, flavorful meal that feels like a warm hug from the inside out.
What makes this chicken soup truly special is its thoughtfully balanced ingredient list. Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs contribute incredible richness and protein, while a generous dose of turmeric and fresh ginger infuses every spoonful with earthy warmth and a beautiful golden hue. The bright, zesty finish from fresh lemon juice cuts through the richness, elevating the entire experience and creating a truly harmonious flavor profile.
Get ready for a vibrant, aromatic experience. You'll savor tender chicken that practically melts in your mouth, perfectly soft sweet potatoes adding a touch of natural sweetness, and wilted baby kale that provides a lovely textural contrast and a boost of greens. The broth is fragrant with garlic, ginger, turmeric, and coriander, creating a savory depth that lingers pleasantly. This naturally high-protein dish is designed to be both delicious and restorative, perfect for a cozy lunch or a wholesome dinner, all ready in about 50 minutes and serving four.
Feel free to make this comforting soup your own. You can adjust the lemon juice to taste at the end, adding more if you prefer a brighter, tangier broth. If you're looking for a leaner option, boneless, skinless chicken breast or even plant-based protein like cannellini beans could be swapped for the chicken thighs. Don't have baby kale? Fresh spinach or Swiss chard would also work beautifully, added near the end of cooking.
This vibrant soup is ideal for a wholesome lunch or a nourishing weeknight dinner. Serve it on its own for a light meal, or pair it with a slice of crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the flavorful broth.