High Protein Lemon Turmeric Chicken (Printable)

Vibrant chicken soup with lemon, turmeric, and kale. Protein-rich and nourishing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 1.3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
04 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
05 - 3.5 oz baby kale
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced

→ Broth & Liquids

07 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
08 - Juice and zest of 1 large lemon

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 1.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
10 - 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
12 - 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

→ Oils

14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Garnish

15 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
16 - Lemon wedges

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in garlic, turmeric, thyme, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Add chicken and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 to 25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
04 - Remove chicken from pot and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
05 - Stir in baby kale and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted.
06 - Add lemon juice and zest. Season with salt to taste.
07 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley or dill and lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein with 40g per serving to keep you full and satisfied.
  • Infused with anti-inflammatory turmeric and Vitamin C-rich lemon.
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, catering to various dietary needs.
  • Simple one-pot preparation that takes only 50 minutes from start to finish.
02 -
  • Always check store-bought broth labels for hidden gluten or soy if you have strict dietary sensitivities.
  • Add the lemon juice at the very end of cooking to maintain its bright, fresh flavor.
  • To save time, you can use pre-shredded rotisserie chicken and reduce the simmering time to 10 minutes.
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