Hearty Chicken Soup

Chicken is a good source of lean protein and quick to prepare and can be served in variety of ways such as soup, salads, grilled, etc. The high-quality protein from chicken contributes to muscle growth and development. It also boosts metabolism and helps manage healthy weight. This hearty soup recipe of chicken is also loaded with fibre as a lot of vegetables are added to it.

 

Ingredients:

Chicken Pieces – 150 gms

Diced Mixed Vegetables (onion, tomato, carrots, broccoli) – 1 cup

Chopped Ginger – 1 tsp

Chopped Garlic – 1 tsp

Turmeric – ¼ tsp

Pepper – ½ tsp

Garam Masala (2 Cloves, ½ inch Cinnamon)

Salt to taste

Fresh Lemon Water – as per taste

Oil – 2 tsp

 

Method:

1. Heat oil in a pan, add garlic, ginger, and give a quick stir until golden brown.
2. Add onions and stir fry till they become transparent.
3. Add the chopped vegetables, chicken, turmeric, pepper powder, garam masala, salt and sauté till the chicken becomes soft.
4. Pour 3-4 cups of water and cook on a low flame fully covered for 15 minutes.
5. Remove the chicken pieces, shred into small pieces and then add these shredded chicken pieces to the soup, cook it for another one minute.
6. Squeeze lemon & Serve hot.