Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup coconut milk or almond milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and lemon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned.
- Stir in turmeric powder, salt, and pepper, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add carrots, celery, chicken broth, and coconut milk. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it using forks, and return to the pot.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add ginger or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can use leftover cooked chicken for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Healthy, Comfort Food
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg