Chicken Soup: Make This Comforting Dish In 5 Easy Steps

By Suprita Mitter

January 21, 2025

On a cold day, a warm bowl of chicken soup can be comforting. It is also prescribed on days that one is recovering from an illness because it gives the body, warmth, strength and nutrition.

Ingredients

1 cup chicken 1 medium onion 2-3 garlic cloves 1-inch piece of ginger 1 medium carrot 1 celery stalk 1 medium tomato 4 cups chicken stock or water 1/2 tsp black pepper powder 1/2 tsp turmeric powder 1 tsp oil or butter Salt

Step 1

Heat oil or butter in a large pot. Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant and translucent.

Step 2

Add carrots, celery, and tomatoes. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 3

Add chicken pieces and cook until they change color, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Pour in chicken stock or water. Add turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is tender.

Step 5

Remove the chicken pieces, shred them, and return to the soup. Garnish with fresh coriander or parsley and serve hot with bread or crackers.