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Lemon Ginger Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup – A Nourishing One-Pot Favorite

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A nourishing one-pot soup featuring lemon, ginger, turmeric, and tender chicken with rice. Bright, warming, and deeply comforting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cubed

  • 1 cup long grain white rice

  • 1 medium onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced

  • 1 tsp ground turmeric

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 6 cups chicken broth

  • Juice of 1 lemon (plus zest, optional)

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, chopped

  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5–7 minutes.

  • Add garlic and ginger, stir for 1 minute until fragrant.

  • Stir in turmeric and pepper. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink on the outside.

  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add rice.

  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes, until rice is tender.

  • Stir in lemon juice and fresh herbs. Season with salt as needed.

  • Serve warm.

Notes

  • For brown rice, increase cook time by 15–20 minutes.

  • Add greens like spinach or kale during the last 10 minutes.

  • Freeze without rice for best texture.

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