Vibrant soup with zesty lemon, golden turmeric, tender chicken, and baby kale. High protein, gluten-free, ready in 50 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Proteins
01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz baby kale
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Broth & Liquids
07 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
→ Spices & Seasonings
09 - 1.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
10 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
12 - 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
→ Oils
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Garnish
15 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
16 - Lemon wedges
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in garlic, turmeric, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add chicken and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
04 - Remove chicken from pot and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
05 - Stir in baby kale and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
06 - Add lemon juice and zest. Season with salt to taste.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with parsley or dill and lemon wedges.
