This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for flu season filled with antioxidants that boost immunity and keep you warm all winter long!

This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for cold and flu season filled with tons of antioxidants that boost immunity and keep you warm all winter long!

Why this Soup is Good for You

With the new year officially in full swing, not only are we kicking off our new diets and attempting to stay warm in all this cold weather, but we’re also battling coughs, colds and the dreaded FLU season.  This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for cold and flu season, but it’s also filled with tons of nutrients, minerals and antioxidants that boost your immunity and keep you warm and cozy all winter long!  I mean with ingredients like garlic, chickpeas, turmeric, mushrooms and dark leafy greens all simmering together in a flavorful hot broth, you’ll be sure to fend off those pesky colds while staying healthy and on track with your diet!

You guys this chicken detox soup recipe legit makes a TON and tastes even better on day 2 (or even 3!) after all the flavors have marinated for together.  It honestly just makes you feel SO good!  Not only is it great for digestion and metabolism, but it also has added anti-inflammatory benefits and it tastes pretty darn yummy too.  I like to make a big batch ahead of time to last me a good part of the week OR I’ll just freeze the soup in small batches so I can grab some anytime I feel a cold coming on.  It’s just so warm and comforting, I’m really excited for you guys to try this!

Here’s What You’ll Need

  • Chicken – I like to use shredded rotisserie chicken because it’s quick and easy with so much flavor, but you can also use chicken breasts or chicken thighs.  Leftover chicken (or turkey) works great too!
  • Veggies – I used a combination of carrots, celery, onion, and mushrooms, but feel free to add in some bell peppers, butternut squash or even chopped sweet potatoes
  • Garlic – we are using A LOT in this recipe (yes 10 garlic cloves!), but trust me it tastes absolutely amazing. Garlic is such a powerful antioxidant that strengthens immune function and just overall makes you feel really good.  Don’t worry, the garlic definitely mellows out while cooking so don’t expect the flavor to be too intense!
  • Chicken stock – I used low-sodium chicken broth, but vegetable broth would work or any stocks you have in your pantry.  Make sure to adjust the amount of salt used if you don’t use a low-sodium broth
  • Chickpeas – also known as garbanzo beans, these add extra protein and delicious texture to this soup
  • Kale – this is a hearty leafy green that packs in the antioxidants, vitamin C and other nutrients good for your health.  You could also use fresh spinach in place of the kale and even sprinkle in some fresh parsley or other fresh herbs
  • Herbs and spices – a combination of turmeric, crushed red pepper, salt, pepper and bay leaves

This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for cold and flu season filled with tons of antioxidants that boost immunity and keep you warm all winter long!

How to Make Detox Chicken Soup

The great thing about this soup is that everything comes together in just 30 minutes in 3 simple steps!  Here’s how I make it:

  1. Sauté the veggies.  In a large soup pot or dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and saute onion, celery and carrots, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic, cooking another 3 minutes.
  2. Let the soup simmer.  Stir in the chicken stock, bay leaves, turmeric, crushed red pepper, sea salt, pepper and chickpeas, bringing everything a boil. Mix in the shredded rotisserie chicken, cover and turn down the heat to a simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.  If you are using boneless skinless chicken breasts, you’ll want to add them in with the chicken stock and let them simmer for about 25 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink.  Then remove the chicken breasts, shred with two forks, and add the chicken back into the pot.
  3. Mix in kale and serve!  Add in the chopped kale and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.  Discard bay leaves and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.  You could also sprinkle in some fresh parsley.  Enjoy!

Prepping and Storing

To Store:  This detox chicken soup will last in your fridge in a sealed, airtight container for up to 5 days.  You can easily reheat this soup in the microwave or stovetop for a quick, delicious meal.  I love making this soup for my weekly meal prep!

To Freeze:  If planning to freeze this soup, first let the soup cool completely and then store it in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 3 months.  When ready to enjoy, let the soup thaw completely in the fridge.  Warm it up in a pot on the stove or re-heat individual servings in the microwave.

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RECIPE

Detox Immune-Boosting Soup

This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for flu season filled with antioxidants that boost immunity and keep you warm all winter long!

Yield: 8 Servings 1x
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 large celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 10 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp. turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp. sea salt
  • 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups baby kale leaves

Instructions

  1. In a large pot or dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat and sauté onion, celery and carrots, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add mushrooms and garlic, cooking another 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in the chicken stock, bay leaves, turmeric, crushed red pepper, salt and chickpeas; bringing to a boil. Mix in shredded chicken, cover and turn down heat to a simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Add kale, cover and simmer an additional 5 minutes. Discard bay leaves, serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

  • Serving Size: 1/8th of recipe
  • Calories: 265
  • Sugar: 2.5 g
  • Sodium: 712.8 mg
  • Fat: 11.4 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20.6 g
  • Fiber: 4.1 g
  • Protein: 20.4 g

* Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.

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This Detox Immune-Boosting Chicken Soup is the perfect remedy for cold and flu season filled with tons of antioxidants that boost immunity and keep you warm all winter long!

As a self-proclaimed foodie and fitness enthusiast, I have a passion for cooking and a huge desire to show that living a healthy lifestyle can actually be easy and fun!  Feel free to use the meal guide above to find your new favorite meal ideas or the dietary guides to the right to narrow things down even more!

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