Ginger Chicken Soup
Warm up with a bowl of Ginger Chicken Soup, the ultimate comfort food for chilly days. Packed with tender chicken, vibrant ginger, and nourishing sweet potatoes, it’s an easy weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. Make it tonight and enjoy the cozy, heartwarming flavors!
Equipment
- Peeler
- Large Pot
- Saucepan
- Chef's Knife
- Wooden Spoon
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 6 large cloves garlic sliced crosswise into very thin rounds
- 4 ounces fresh ginger peeled and sliced crosswise into thin rounds
- 10 cups water
- ½ teaspoon Morton kosher salt
- 1 pound small sweet potatoes peeled and sliced crosswise into 1/4″ thick rounds
- 6 ounces ditalini pasta
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 large lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 to 2 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base if needed
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- to taste freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over high heat, bring chicken thighs, garlic, ginger, and water to a boil.
- Add salt and reduce heat to medium to medium-low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is firm and cooked, about 10-12 minutes. Remove chicken to a cutting board and let cool a few minutes.
- Add sweet potatoes and pasta to the pot, and stir occasionally until sweet potatoes are just softened and pasta is al dente, about 10 minutes or so.
- Meanwhile, shred the chicken using two forks. Once sweet potatoes and pasta are done, add shredded chicken to the pot.
- Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and soy sauce. Taste test. If soup needs more salt, add a bit more kosher salt and/or soy sauce. If you want a more pronounced chicken flavor, stir in some Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base.
- To serve, ladle soup into individual bowls and top with cilantro leaves and freshly ground black pepper.
Notes
- Tip 1: Allow the soup to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Tip 2: This soup freezes well! Portion it into freezer-safe containers and store for up to three months. Just thaw and reheat when ready to enjoy.
- Tip 3: A warm loaf of crusty bread is perfect for dipping into the soup, providing a satisfying crunch.
- Tip 4: Serve over a bed of steamed rice for a hearty and filling meal.
- Tip 5: If you enjoy a kick, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for some heat.
- Tip 6: Use leftover soup as a base for a grain bowl. Just add some cooked grains and any additional toppings you like!