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immune boosting soup recipe with colorful vegetables

Stop Reaching for Cold Medicine: These 10 Immune Boosting Soups Will Heal You Faster (And Taste Better Too)


  • Author: Chef Joudia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Healing chicken soup packed with immune-supporting ingredients like ginger, garlic, turmeric, and colorful vegetables. This easy immune boosting soup combines protein, vitamins, and anti-inflammatory spices to help you feel better faster.


Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil

1 lb boneless chicken breast or thighs, diced

1 medium onion, diced

4 cloves garlic, minced

2-inch piece fresh ginger, grated

2 medium carrots, sliced

2 celery stalks, chopped

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

1 tsp ground turmeric

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp sea salt (adjust to taste)

2 cups baby spinach or kale, chopped

1 cup cooked rice or noodles (optional)

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish


Instructions

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until lightly browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same pot, sauté onion until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

3. Add carrots, celery, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat vegetables with spices.

4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until vegetables are tender.

5. Return chicken to the pot along with spinach or kale. Simmer for 5 more minutes.

6. Add cooked rice or noodles if using. Stir in fresh lemon juice.

7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a faster 15-minute version.

Add extra ginger for stronger anti-inflammatory benefits.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Pair with crusty whole-grain bread for a complete meal.

Double the recipe for meal prep or to feed a family.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup, Immune Support
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 185
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 580mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

Keywords: immune boosting soup, ginger chicken soup, healthy soup recipe, anti-inflammatory soup, healing soup