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A Comforting Bowl of Lemon Ginger Chicken Soup

Lemon Ginger Chicken Soup made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 inches fresh ginger peeled and minced
  • 4 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • Juice and zest of 2 lemons
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger; cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate the sliced carrots and celery, and cook for about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the chicken breasts to the pot along with the chicken broth.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken breasts, shred them, and return them to the pot.
  8. Add the lemon juice and zest; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
  10. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.