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Ginger Chicken Rice Soup

Ginger Chicken Rice Soup

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Cook rice directly in the broth — draining it removes the starch that thickens the soup. Grate ginger on a microplane not a box grater. Finish with scallions off heat so they stay bright.

Serves
4
Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Low
Calories
340
Carbs
28g
Protein
29g
Fat
11g

Flavor Profile

🍗 Deep savory warmth from slow-simmered chicken broth
🫚 Bright and aromatic from fresh ginger
🍚 Soft and comforting from tender jasmine rice
🌿 Fresh sharpness from scallions and lime
🥄 Light, silky, and easy to keep eating

Ingredients

🍗 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
🍚 3/4 cup jasmine rice
🫚 2 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
🧄 2 garlic cloves, minced
🧅 4 scallions, thinly sliced
🥣 6 cups chicken broth
🥄 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
🍋 1 lime, cut into wedges
🌿 Small handful cilantro (optional)
🧂 Kosher salt to taste
🌶️ Freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

01

Add chicken broth, ginger, and garlic to a large pot and bring to a gentle boil.

02

Stir in jasmine rice. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and the broth turns slightly silky.

03

Add shredded chicken and simmer another 3-4 minutes until fully warmed through.

04

Stir in sesame oil and most of the scallions. Taste and season with salt and black pepper.

05

Ladle into bowls and finish with remaining scallions, cilantro, and a big squeeze of fresh lime.

🧬 Food Science

Fresh ginger is commonly used in broths and teas because its bright warmth works especially well in lighter meals. Warm soup, soft rice, and savory broth can feel especially comforting on lower-appetite days.

Pair It

🥂 Sparkling water with lime or iced green tea
🍽️ Toasted sourdough or saltines