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Healing Chicken and Rice Soup

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This nourishing soup is the ultimate comfort food — made with tender chicken thighs, warming garlic, ginger, turmeric, and fluffy jasmine rice. It’s soothing, flavorful, and perfect for when you’re under the weather or just need something cozy and wholesome.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced or grated

  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt, divided

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 cup jasmine rice

  • 6–8 cups chicken broth (adjust to desired consistency)

  • 3–4 cups fresh baby spinach

  • Juice of 4 limes (about ¼ cup)

  • Splash of soy sauce or fish sauce (optional)

  • Fresh herbs for garnish: cilantro, mint, or basil

  • Chopped peanuts for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics:
    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, ginger, and shallot. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until fragrant and softened.

  2. Cook the chicken:
    Add chicken thighs to the pot. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and turmeric. Sear both sides for a few minutes until lightly browned. If needed, add a splash of water to prevent sticking. Cover and cook until fully cooked through (about 10–12 minutes). Remove and shred.

  3. Wilt spinach:
    In the same pot, add spinach with remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Sauté until wilted. Remove and set aside.

  4. Cook the rice:
    Add rice to the pot and stir to coat with any remaining oil and spices. Add broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 15–20 minutes, until rice is tender.

  5. Combine and season:
    Return shredded chicken and wilted spinach to the pot. Stir in lime juice. Add a splash of soy sauce or fish sauce if using. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  6. Serve:
    Ladle into bowls and top with fresh herbs and chopped peanuts. Add more lime juice or chili flakes if desired.

Notes

  • The rice will continue to soak up broth as it sits. Add more broth when reheating for a soupier texture.

  • For added nutrition, you can toss in grated carrot, zucchini, or mushrooms.

  • This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezes well without the rice (add fresh rice when reheating).

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