Description
This hearty and healthy chicken soup is so comforting and nourishing. It is loaded with incredible flavors and is so easy to make for a a quick, healthy meal any day of the week!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion – peeled and diced
- 3-4 carrots – peeled and diced
- 3 stalks of celery – diced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 3 cloves of garlic – peeled and minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
- 1/2-1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1.5 cups peas – I used frozen
- 5-6 cups chicken stock
- 1 packet chicken bouillon
- 2 (5 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- Heat a large pot to medium heat with some olive oil, then add in the veggies (onion, carrots, celery, mushrooms). Season them with salt and pepper and toss and cook them until they are soft. Add in the garlic and let it cook for a minute then stir in the turmeric, tomato, and ginger paste. Let that all cook for 1-2 minutes to wake up all of the flavors.
- Pour in the peas and cook them for a few minutes, then pour in the stock and bouillon. Stir everything together and place the chicken breast into the pot so it is fully covered then add in the bay leaves.
- Cover the pot and bring everything to a boil, then simmer the soup for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. It should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees F when it is done.
- Remove and shred the chicken then add it back to the pot and serve hot!
Notes
- Veggies – cut the veggies into the same size pieces for even cooking. Use any veggies you like.
- Chicken – you can use boneless skinless chicken breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs in this recipe.
- Storing – this soup stores great in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can also freeze this soup in a freezer-friendly container and keep it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Reheating – reheat this soup straight from the refrigerator in portions in the microwave or on the stovetop. To reheat from frozen, let it defrost in the refrigerator overnight then reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Healthy Dinner Ideas
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
