Anti Inflammatory Turmeric Chicken Soup

(Healing • Comforting • Weight Watchers-Friendly)

A warm, nourishing soup packed with turmeric, ginger, garlic, and veggies — perfect for immunity, digestion, and inflammation support 💛

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4–5)

• 1 lb (450 g) boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cubed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

• 1½ tsp ground turmeric

• ½ tsp black pepper (boosts turmeric absorption)

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 cup carrots, sliced

• 1 cup celery, chopped

• 1 cup zucchini or spinach

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Salt to taste

• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sauté aromatics:
   Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook 3 minutes until soft. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds.

2. Bloom spices:
   Stir in turmeric, black pepper, cumin, and paprika. Cook 30 seconds to release flavor.

3. Cook chicken:
   Add chicken pieces, stir to coat with spices, and cook 3–4 minutes until lightly white on edges.

4. Add broth & veggies:
   Pour in chicken broth. Add carrots and celery. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 12–15 minutes.

5. Finish:
   Add zucchini or spinach and simmer 2–3 more minutes. Stir in lemon juice. Adjust salt.

6. Serve:
   Garnish with parsley or cilantro. Enjoy warm.

💡 Pro Tips

• Add a pinch of cayenne for metabolism boost.

• Use bone broth for extra collagen.

• Add 1 tsp grated turmeric root for stronger anti-inflammatory benefits.

• For creaminess: Stir in ¼ cup light coconut milk (optional).

🔄 Variations

• Low-carb/keto: Skip carrots and add mushrooms & spinach.

• Vegetarian: Replace chicken with chickpeas or tofu + veggie broth.

• Protein boost: Add extra chicken or stir in egg whites at end.

❄️ Storage

• Fridge: 4 days

• Freezer: Up to 2 months

🔢 Weight Watchers Points (Approx.)

• With chicken breast & olive oil: 1½–2 points per bowl

• Using spray oil: 0–1 point per bowl

❓Q & A

Q: Why add black pepper with turmeric?
A: It increases curcumin absorption by up to 2000%.

Q: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
A: Yes — add shredded chicken in last 5 minutes.

Q: Is this good for cold/flu?
A: Yes — ginger, garlic, turmeric & broth are immune-supportive.