Description
This Cauliflower Chicken Soup is a nourishing and anti-inflammatory recipe that combines wholesome ingredients like cauliflower, chicken, and turmeric to create a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for any meal. Its vibrant spices and fresh greens boost its health benefits, making it both delicious and good for you.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
Vegetables & Chicken
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, sliced
- 1½ cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded
- 1 cup baby spinach or kale
Liquids & Garnish
- 4 cups chicken broth (preferably homemade or low-sodium)
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Optional: fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté aromatics: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Sauté for 1–2 minutes to release the flavors.
- Add vegetables: Add the cauliflower, diced carrot, and sliced celery to the pot. Stir the mixture and cook for 2–3 minutes to slightly soften the vegetables.
- Add broth and chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add greens and lemon: Stir in the baby spinach or kale and shredded chicken. Let the soup simmer for 5 more minutes until the greens are wilted. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and stir well.
- Blend (optional): For a thicker texture, use an immersion blender or transfer part of the soup to a regular blender and blend until smooth. Then stir the blended portion back into the soup.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use low-sodium or homemade chicken broth to control salt content.
- You can substitute kale with baby spinach or vice versa for the greens.
- For a vegetarian version, replace chicken broth and chicken with vegetable broth and chickpeas or tofu.
- The blending step is optional and adjusts soup texture to preference.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning based on taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cauliflower chicken soup, anti-inflammatory soup, healthy chicken soup, turmeric soup, comforting chicken soup, easy chicken soup recipe
