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Bowls of creamy Cauliflower Chicken Soup with fresh vegetables and herbs

Cauliflower Chicken Soup

A cozy, creamy soup made with chicken and cauliflower, perfect for chilly days and gentle on the gut.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken (thighs or breasts) Use pasture-raised if possible for better flavor.
  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets Fresh or frozen work.
  • 4 cups broth Homemade or clean store-bought.
Aromatics
  • 1 medium onion, diced For flavor.
  • 2 stalks celery, diced For flavor.
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced thin For flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced For flavor.
  • 1 inch fresh ginger, grated Or use ground ginger.
Spices
  • 1 tbsp turmeric For color and health benefits.
  • 1 tsp black pepper For warmth.
  • 1 tsp cumin For flavor.
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika Optional for warmth.
Finishing Touches
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil For sautéing.
  • 1 whole lemon For acidity and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped For garnish.
  • to taste salt Adjust to flavor preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Chop onion, celery, and carrots. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
Sautéing Aromatics
  1. Warm oil in a pot, add onion, celery, and carrot with a pinch of salt. Sauté until soft.
  2. Stir in garlic and ginger for 30 seconds.
  3. Add turmeric, cumin, and black pepper, stirring for another 20-30 seconds.
Cooking the Soup
  1. Add chicken, cauliflower, and broth to the pot. Simmer until chicken is cooked and cauliflower is tender.
  2. Remove chicken, shred, and set aside.
  3. Blend part of the soup for creaminess, then return to pot.
Finishing Touches
  1. Stir in the shredded chicken, herbs, and squeeze lemon juice. Adjust salt to taste.

Notes

Soups get better the next day. Keep the simmer gentle to avoid tough chicken.