Ginger Turmeric Chicken Soup (Print Version)

Hearty chicken soup with turmeric, ginger, and creamy coconut milk for a comforting nourishing meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# How to Make:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until vegetables soften and onion becomes translucent, approximately 5–6 minutes.
02 - Stir in garlic, turmeric, ginger, and cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
03 - Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine. Add chicken pieces and bring mixture to a low simmer.
04 - Cover pot and simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Add 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 combination of coconut milk and warming spices creates the most luxurious golden broth
  • It comes together in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
  • The whole house smells incredible while it cooks
02 -
  • Do not let the spices burn in the hot oil or they will turn bitter and ruin the delicate balance
  • The coconut milk can separate if boiled too vigorously, so keep the simmer gentle
03 -
  • Cut your chicken into uniform pieces so everything cooks at the same rate
  • Wait until the very end to add the coconut milk to prevent separation
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