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Anti-Inflammatory Creamy Chicken Soup

A comforting chicken soup loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil The heart-healthy base.
  • 1 medium onion, diced For sweetness and flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced More garlic equals more flavor.
  • 2 large carrots, sliced Adds color and nutrients.
  • 2 stalks celery, diced Crunchy, refreshing goodness.
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated The secret weapon in the anti-inflammatory battle.
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts The star of the show.
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth The heart of our creamy concoction.
  • 1 cup coconut milk Adds creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme To elevate the flavor.
Seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to your preference.
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
  3. Toss in the grated ginger and the chicken breasts. Stir to combine.
  4. Add in the chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
Finishing Touches
  1. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it.
  2. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot along with the coconut milk and thyme. Stir together.
  3. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with fresh parsley.

Notes

You can mix up the veggies or add more coconut milk for creaminess. A pinch of red pepper flakes can spice things up!