Description
Golden, cozy, and healing—Turmeric Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort food packed with anti-inflammatory benefits and bursting with flavor. This easy dinner idea is perfect for chilly evenings, lazy Sundays, or when you need a quick, nourishing meal to soothe the soul. Loaded with tender chicken, carrots, peas, and fragrant spices like turmeric and garlic, this healthy soup recipe comes together in one pot with minimal fuss. It’s ideal for meal prep, makes fantastic leftovers, and can easily be adjusted to suit gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegetarian diets. A delicious addition to your collection of food ideas, easy recipes, or dinner ideas that leave you feeling good inside and out!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil or ghee
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2–3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin (optional)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup green peas (fresh or frozen)
- Salt to taste
- Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil or ghee in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in garlic, turmeric, black pepper, and cumin. Cook for 1–2 more minutes, allowing the spices to bloom.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, partially covered, until veggies are tender.
- Add shredded chicken and peas. Simmer another 5 minutes until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in lemon juice if desired.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley or cilantro. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes