Cozy Chicken Soup for Colds
A soothing chicken soup with ginger, garlic, and lemon to comfort sniffles and warm you through. Easy, fragrant, and nourishing.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut bite-size
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt divided
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1.25 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1.5 cup sliced carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 0.5 tsp ground turmeric
- 0.75 tsp dried thyme
- 8 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz wide egg noodles
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté onion, carrots, and celery with a pinch of the salt until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, and pepper. Cook until fragrant, 30 to 45 seconds.
- Add the chicken and thyme. Cook, stirring, until the chicken is opaque on the outside, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour in the broth. Bring to a boil, then lower to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer uncovered until the chicken is tender and flavors meld, 15 to 18 minutes. Skim foam if needed.
- Stir in the egg noodles. Simmer until just tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
- Finish with lemon juice and parsley. Season with the remaining salt to taste.
- Ladle into warm bowls and serve hot.
Notes
Variation: Swap egg noodles for 1 cup cooked rice and stir it in at the end. For extra comfort, add a pat of butter or a drizzle of sesame oil before serving. Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days; add a splash of broth or water when reheating, as noodles absorb liquid.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Cozy Chicken Soup for Colds flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.