Ginger-Turmeric Chicken and Vegetable Broth

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

A soothing chicken broth infused with fresh ginger and turmeric to gently clear sinuses and warm the body during a cold. This American-inspired soup recipe, ready in about 60 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, fresh ginger, peeled and sliced, fresh turmeric root, peeled and sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 2 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
• 1 tbsp fresh turmeric root, peeled and sliced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1 small yellow onion, quartered
• 3 garlic cloves, smashed
• 6 cups water
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black peppercorns
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pot, combine 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, 6 cups water, 2 tbsp sliced fresh ginger, 1 tbsp sliced fresh turmeric, 1 medium chopped carrot, 1 chopped celery stalk, 1 small quartered yellow onion, 3 smashed garlic cloves, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black peppercorns. Bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Step 2: Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 45 minutes, partially covered, until the chicken is cooked through and the broth is fragrant with ginger and turmeric.
3. Step 3: Remove the chicken and vegetables from the broth using a slotted spoon; shred the chicken and set aside.
4. Step 4: Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve into another pot to remove solids, then return the clear broth to the stove over low heat.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley to brighten the broth, then add the shredded chicken back in.
6. Step 6: Serve warm to help soothe congestion and provide nourishing comfort during a cold.