Description
This Ginger Scallion Chicken Soup is light yet deeply comforting, featuring fresh ginger warmth, vibrant scallions, and tender shredded chicken in a nourishing broth. It is perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you need a soothing, restorative bowl.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon neutral oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
1 cup sliced scallions
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat the neutral oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to brown the garlic.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes to develop flavor.
- Add the shredded chicken, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Simmer for another 5 minutes until the chicken is heated through.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in most of the sliced scallions, reserving some for garnish. Add the fresh lemon juice and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with remaining scallions, and serve hot.
Notes
Add sliced mushrooms or baby spinach for extra vegetables and texture.
For a heartier soup, stir in cooked rice or rice noodles before serving.
Add chili oil or red pepper flakes for a spicier version.
Substitute shredded turkey for chicken if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding extra broth if needed.
Use gluten-free soy sauce to keep the recipe gluten free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
