Description
Mediterranean chicken soup highlights healing ingredients from Greece that combat inflammation and support overall wellness. Nutrient-dense broth combines tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and vegetables for a comforting meal you’ll savor with each nourishing spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken thighs, bone in
Vegetables:
- 1 potato, peeled and chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) cauliflower, chopped
Herbs and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons dried mint
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Liquid:
- 4–5 cups (960–1200 milliliters) filtered water
Instructions
- Place chicken thighs in a large pot with salted water. Heat to a rolling boil over high flame, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-high. Add onion, potato, turmeric, and mint. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Carefully remove chicken from pot. Transfer to a cooling bowl with cool water. Once manageable, extract and shred meat from bones, discarding skin and cartilage.
- Return shredded chicken back to the pot. Incorporate carrot, ginger, and cauliflower into the broth. Season with salt and pepper to enhance overall taste profile.
- Continue cooking for an additional 7-9 minutes until vegetables reach tender consistency. Ensure vegetables maintain slight resistance when pierced with fork. Remove from heat and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Opt for organic, free-range chicken thighs to maximize anti-inflammatory benefits and ensure higher nutrient density.
- Experiment with bone-in chicken for richer, deeper broth flavor and additional collagen content.
- Use fresh turmeric root instead of powder to enhance anti-inflammatory properties and provide more robust taste profile.
- Consider swapping potatoes with sweet potatoes for lower glycemic index and increased nutrient absorption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg