Name: healthy chicken and rice soup recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: Olive Oil (2 tbsp / 30 ml): for sautéing aromatics; Onion (1 medium / 150g, diced): foundational flavor; Garlic (2 cloves / 6g, minced): for depth of flavor; Fresh Ginger (1 tbsp / 6g, grated): warm and spicy note; Ground Turmeric (1 tsp / 5g): golden color and anti-inflammatory properties; Smoked Paprika (1 tsp / 5g): smoky depth and sweetness; Carrot (1 medium / 100g, diced): sweetness and texture; Celery (2 stalks / 100g, diced): savory flavor and texture; Chicken Thighs (500g, bite-size): rich and tender; Chicken Broth (1.2 L / 5 cups): liquid base; Basmati Rice (200g / 1 cup, rinsed): fluffy texture and aroma; Coconut Milk (200 ml / ¾ cup): creaminess and subtle sweetness; Roasted Red Pepper Purée (≈150g): sweet and smoky flavor; Lime Juice (2 tbsp / 30 ml): brightens flavors; Cilantro (2 tbsp / 8g, chopped): fresh, herbaceous note; Cumin Seeds (1 tsp / 2g, toasted): warm, earthy aroma; Salt and Pepper (to taste): seasoning

Description

This vibrant Turmeric Chicken and Rice Soup is a flavorful and aromatic experience, packed with health benefits and a beautiful roasted red pepper swirl. It’s a comforting and healthy meal perfect for any time of year.

Ingredients

Olive Oil (2 tbsp / 30 ml): for sautéing aromatics
Onion (1 medium / 150g, diced): foundational flavor
Garlic (2 cloves / 6g, minced): for depth of flavor
Fresh Ginger (1 tbsp / 6g, grated): warm and spicy note
Ground Turmeric (1 tsp / 5g): golden color and anti-inflammatory properties
Smoked Paprika (1 tsp / 5g): smoky depth and sweetness
Carrot (1 medium / 100g, diced): sweetness and texture
Celery (2 stalks / 100g, diced): savory flavor and texture
Chicken Thighs (500g, bite-size): rich and tender
Chicken Broth (1.2 L / 5 cups): liquid base
Basmati Rice (200g / 1 cup, rinsed): fluffy texture and aroma
Coconut Milk (200 ml / ¾ cup): creaminess and subtle sweetness
Roasted Red Pepper Purée (≈150g): sweet and smoky flavor
Lime Juice (2 tbsp / 30 ml): brightens flavors
Cilantro (2 tbsp / 8g, chopped): fresh, herbaceous note
Cumin Seeds (1 tsp / 2g, toasted): warm, earthy aroma
Salt and Pepper (to taste): seasoning

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Instructions

Roast Red Pepper: Broil pepper until blackened, steam, peel, and puree.
Sauté Aromatics: Cook onion, garlic, and ginger in olive oil until fragrant.
Bloom Spices: Stir in turmeric and paprika; cook for 30 seconds.
Brown Chicken & Veggies: Add carrot, celery, and chicken; cook until browned.
Simmer Soup: Add broth and rice; simmer for 15 minutes.
Finish & Season: Stir in coconut milk and lime juice; simmer for 5 minutes; season.
Serve & Garnish: Swirl in red pepper purée; garnish with cilantro and cumin.

Notes

For a more intense flavor, toast the cumin seeds before garnishing. Using halal-certified chicken ensures adherence to specific dietary requirements.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Simmer
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 350 kcal
Sugar: 8 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 40 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 20 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg