Description
Golden Ginger Lemon Chicken Soup: Tender chicken thighs, fresh aromatics, and pasta create a cozy, nutrient-packed bowl perfect for cold days. This one-pot soup balances ginger and lemongrass warmth with bright lemon acidity in a savory broth.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion chopped
- 3 medium carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon lemongrass paste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary chopped
- 6 cups unsalted chicken broth
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup dry ditalini pasta
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Stir in grated ginger, lemongrass paste, minced garlic, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and submerge raw chicken thighs fully in the liquid.
- Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove thighs to a cutting board.
- Increase heat to medium-high to bring soup to a rolling boil. Stir in dry ditalini pasta.
- Cook pasta uncovered for 9 minutes or until al dente.
- Shred cooked chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces using two forks while pasta cooks.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot and turn off the heat.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls and top with chopped fresh chives to serve.
Notes
- This recipe uses chicken thighs for added flavor and moisture.
- Ensure the chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature before shredding.
- Cook the pasta uncovered for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American