A deeply nourishing, anti-inflammatory soup rich with golden spices, tender chicken, creamy coconut milk, and vibrant vegetables. Warming, restorative, and built to support your body from the inside out.
Serves: 8-10
Time: Prep 15 minutes | Cook 50 minutes | Total 65 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving, approximate):
- Calories: 402 kcal
- Protein: 21 g
- Carbs: 15 g
- Fats: 29 g
- Fibre: 4 g
Excludes optional garnish.
Ingredients:
Aromatics
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 large yellow onion (approx. 150 g), diced
- 1 medium leek (approx. 100 g), white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 3 large carrots (approx. 270 g), diced
- 3 celery stalks (approx. 120 g), chopped
Healing Spices
- 3 cloves garlic (approx. 9 g), minced
- 2 tbsp (14 g) ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp (6 g) fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp (2 g) ground cumin
- 1 tsp poultry or all-purpose seasoning
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
Liquid Base
- 6 cups (1.4 litres) low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups (480 ml) water
- 1 tin (400 ml) full-fat coconut milk
Protein and Fresh Add-Ins
- 700 g boneless chicken thighs or breasts (approx. 5 medium)
- 1 cup (150 g) frozen peas
- 2 cups (60 g) fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Optional:
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Fresh parsley or coriander, roughly chopped, to garnish
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Method:
- Build the aromatic base: Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onion, leek, carrots, celery, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelised.
- Toast the healing spices: Add the garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, poultry seasoning, and black pepper. Stir constantly for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the liquid and chicken: Pour in the chicken broth, water, and coconut milk. Add the chicken and bay leaf. Bring to a gentle simmer, ensuring the chicken is fully submerged.
- Simmer until tender: Partially cover the pot and simmer for 35 to 45 minutes (25 to 30 minutes for boneless chicken) until the chicken is fully cooked and tender. Avoid vigorous boiling to keep the coconut milk smooth.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot and allow it to cool slightly. Shred or chop the meat into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot.
- Add the fresh ingredients: Stir in the frozen peas, fresh spinach, and lemon juice. Simmer for a further 5 minutes until the spinach wilts and the peas are heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the bay leaf. Ladle into bowls and garnish generously with fresh coriander or parsley. Serve warm.
Storage: Allow to cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze in portions for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat, adding a splash of broth or water to loosen if needed.
Why Healing Turmeric Coconut Chicken Soup?
Anti-Inflammatory Spices + Lean Protein + Gut-Supporting Vegetables = Whole-Body Recovery
- Turmeric: Contains curcumin, a well-researched compound that supports the body's natural inflammatory response and antioxidant activity.
- Ginger: Supports digestion, circulation, and a balanced inflammatory response. A complementary partner to turmeric.
- Coconut Milk: Provides medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for clean, sustained energy and a naturally creamy texture without dairy.
- Chicken: A complete protein source that delivers all essential amino acids to support muscle repair, immune function, and recovery.
- Spinach and Peas: Contribute folate, iron, vitamin C, and prebiotic fibre to support gut health, energy, and micronutrient balance.
- Lemon Juice: Adds vitamin C, which supports collagen synthesis, immune function, and iron absorption from plant-based ingredients.
Why a Soup for Recovery and Everyday Wellness:
- Broths and slow-simmered liquids are highly bioavailable and easy on the digestive system.
- Combines protein, fibre, anti-inflammatory spices, and hydration in a single, practical meal.
- Batch-cook friendly: prepare once and support your nutrition throughout the week.
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- Pairs naturally with this recipe's turmeric and ginger base, creating a synergistic approach to managing daily inflammation, supporting joint mobility, and promoting post-exercise recovery.
Real food and targeted supplementation working together. A ritual for recovery, resilience, and daily wellbeing.
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