Cleansing Ginger-Chicken Soup

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
3%
Cleansing Ginger-Chicken Soup
45 min.
8
205kcal

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Are you in need of a soothing, nourishing meal that warms both the body and soul? Look no further than this delightful Cleansing Ginger-Chicken Soup! Perfectly gluten-free and dairy-free, this recipe is designed to provide comfort without compromising on health. With each spoonful, you’ll experience the aromatic depth of ginger paired harmoniously with freshly crushed garlic and the subtle warmth of black peppercorns, creating a comforting broth that revitalizes and invigorates.

In just 45 minutes, you can prepare a hearty meal that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or cozy dinner parties. The organic chicken provides a rich source of protein, while the infusion of vegetables adds a delightful crunch and freshness to the dish. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch or a light dinner, this soup is versatile enough to shine brightly on any table.

Not only does this recipe boast a clean list of wholesome ingredients, but it also delivers a delightful blend of flavors that will leave your taste buds singing. As you savor the warming broth and tender chicken, you may find this dish to be the ultimate comfort food—all while adhering to a healthy lifestyle. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an added burst of flavor, and let each bowlful of this soup uplift your spirits and cleanse your palate!

Ingredients

  • 10  peppercorns whole black
  •  celery stalks chopped
  •  garlic clove crushed
  • ounces ginger unpeeled scrubbed cut into 1/2"-thick slices
  • servings kosher salt 
  •  onion sliced
  • pound chicken whole with thighs attached, 2 wings, 1 back) organic cut into 7 pieces (2 breasts, 2 legs

Equipment

  • pot
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Combine the first 5 ingredients in a largeheavy pot.
  2. Add chicken, placing breasts ontop.
  3. Add 6 quarts water (preferably filteredor spring water); bring to a boil over medium-highheat. Cover with lid slightly ajar. Reduceheat to low; simmer until chicken breastsare just cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  4. Transfer chicken breasts to a plate; let cool,then cover and chill. Continue to simmersoup, uncovered, until broth is fully flavored,about 2 1/2 hours longer. Return breasts tosoup to rewarm, about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove chicken from broth. When coolenough to handle, coarsely shred meat;discard skin and bones.
  6. Place a fine-meshsieve over another large pot; strain broth,discarding solids in strainer (you shouldhave about 8 cups broth). Season with salt.
  7. Rewarm soup. Divide chicken amongbowls.
  8. Pour hot broth over, dividing equally.
  9. Garnish soup with cilantro leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories205kcal
Protein31.34%
Fat55.51%
Carbs13.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17
Glycemic Load
1.04
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.0899999970975%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.29kcal
10.26%
Fat:12.53g
19.28%
Saturated Fat:3.59g
22.41%
Carbohydrates:6.68g
2.23%
Net Carbohydrates:5.82g
2.11%
Sugar:1.09g
1.21%
Cholesterol:61.24mg
20.41%
Sodium:256.13mg
11.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.92g
31.84%
Vitamin B3:5.79mg
28.96%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
17.9%
Selenium:12.14µg
17.34%
Phosphorus:135.23mg
13.52%
Potassium:299.35mg
8.55%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.26%
Zinc:1.2mg
8.01%
Magnesium:30.41mg
7.6%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.64%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.41%
Copper:0.11mg
5.65%
Iron:0.96mg
5.35%
Vitamin C:4.01mg
4.86%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.28%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.22%
Fiber:0.86g
3.46%
Folate:11.03µg
2.76%
Vitamin A:119.82IU
2.4%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.17%
Calcium:19.11mg
1.91%
Vitamin K:1.82µg
1.73%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious