Ginger-Turmeric Chicken and Kale Soup

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A soothing, anti-inflammatory soup featuring tender chicken, fresh ginger, and nutrient-rich kale, perfect for gentle digestion. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (anti-inflammatory), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, avocado oil, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth (Whole30 approved) and bring to a simmer.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken and set aside. Discard bones and skin, then shred the chicken and return to the pot.
  6. Step 6: Add 1 cup chopped kale and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted.
  7. Step 7: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

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