Description
Chicken Ginger Rice Soup is a comforting, nourishing dish combining tender chicken, fragrant ginger, and soft rice in a flavorful chicken broth. Perfect for chilly days or recovery from illness, this soup supports immune health with its gentle spices and protein-rich ingredients, offering a warm, healing embrace in every bowl.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb bone-in chicken pieces or 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated or sliced
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice, rinsed
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade or quality store-bought)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Vegetables
- 1/2 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup celery, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup bok choy, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatics: Heat a splash of oil in a pot and sauté the minced garlic and sliced ginger until fragrant and golden, releasing their healing aromas.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil. Add chicken pieces or shredded cooked chicken and simmer to infuse the broth with rich, savory flavors.
- Cook the Rice: Rinse the rice to remove excess starch and add it to the simmering broth. Cook until the rice is tender and the soup thickens slightly.
- Season and Add Veggies: Add thinly sliced optional vegetables like carrots, celery, or bok choy. Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Finish and Serve: Once everything is cooked through and flavors melded, ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with green onions or fresh herbs for an inviting finishing touch.
Notes
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor and anti-inflammatory benefits.
- For a clearer broth, cook rice separately and add it to the soup when serving.
- Skim excess fat from the broth surface for a lighter texture.
- Simmer gently to keep chicken tender and broth clear, avoiding vigorous boiling.
- Adjust soup consistency by adding water or broth if it becomes too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg