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Patricia Krouse

Bok Choy Chicken Soup

This light, comforting bok choy chicken soup features tender chunks of chicken, crisp-tender bok choy, and a clear, ginger-garlic broth, all made in about 30 minutes for a nourishing dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 cups bok choy, chopped Use baby bok choy or regular; separate stems and leaves if large.
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into 1–1½ inch chunks Thighs can be used for more flavor.
  • 2 pieces carrots, sliced on the diagonal
  • 4 cups chicken broth Low-sodium recommended.
  • 1 piece onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Tamari for gluten-free option.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Green onions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté until the onion is softened and the aromatics smell fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken chunks to the pot in a single layer and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned on the outside, about 3–4 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth and bring the pot to a boil. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom for extra flavor.
  5. Add the sliced carrots and chopped bok choy (stems first, leaves later if separated).
  6. Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F internally and the carrots are tender.
  7. Stir in 2 tablespoons soy sauce, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g

Notes

Serve with steamed rice or a spoonful of cooked rice for a fuller meal. A wedge of lime can brighten the broth, and chili oil or toasted sesame seeds add a pleasant finish.

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