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Simple Chicken Soup Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A comforting and flavorful chicken soup made with fresh ginger, garlic, and vegetables, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil

vegetables

  • 1 large onion (diced (or sub 2 fat shallots, or two leeks))
  • 1 cup celery (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger (chopped)
  • 4-8 cloves garlic (rough chopped)

broth

  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 2 cups water (or more chicken stock)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper (or black pepper)

chicken

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless or bone-in, cut in half if large)

finishing touches

  • to taste lemon juice
  • a pinch chili flakes

garnishes

  • scallions, cilantro, or Italian parsley, and crispy shallots (for garnish)
  • a drizzle toasted sesame oil (optional, tasty)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté diced onion, celery, ginger, and garlic until fragrant.
  • Add chicken stock, water, bay leaves, salt, and white pepper; bring to a boil.
  • Add chicken thighs and simmer until cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove chicken, shred if desired, and return to the soup. Add lemon juice and chili flakes to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnished with scallions, cilantro, crispy shallots, and a drizzle of toasted sesame oil if desired.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs and simmer longer.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Ginger, soup