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Carrot Ginger Chicken Soup

Yep, that's green grass in the background. Don't be fooled though ... it's still cold here!

I formerly made this carrot ginger soup when I was a vegetarian, which I adapted from a Vitamix recipe. Now that I eat meat, I decided to revamp it with some chicken to create a carrot ginger chicken soup. I used to make it with chickpeas, but as you know, I don’t eat beans anymore. This soup tastes delicious all by itself too, but I like one-dish meals and didn’t want to opt for my protein on the side. Plus, I love a hearty bowl of soup!

Carrot Ginger Chicken Soup

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp grass-fed butter, ghee or coconut oil
  • 1 lb carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 medium onions, sliced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
  • 1 navel orange, peeled and separated into slices
  • 1/4 inch piece of orange peel
  • 1 lb cooked & shredded boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 4 cups chicken broth, preferably homemade
  • Sea salt and pepper to taste
  • Pinch of cayenne
  • 1/4 – 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 2 cups chopped kale

Directions:

  1. In a large skillet or soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the carrots, onions and ginger. Saute for 5-7 minutes or until onions are translucent.
  2. Add two cups of broth to the mixture and let simmer until carrots are soft.
  3. Add the orange slices, orange peel and cooked vegetable mixture to the blender. Blend for 30-60 seconds. Add remaining broth and blend again.
  4. Pour soup back into the pot over low heat. Add the cayenne, coriander, shredded chicken and kale. Season with more sea salt and pepper if needed and desired.
  5. Once the kale has softened down after a few minutes, the soup is ready.

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  1. Primal Smoke

    January 4, 2013 at 7:45 am

    This looks great! I might try making it without the orange this weekend.

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    • paleoinpdx

      January 4, 2013 at 8:40 am

      Thanks! I’ve never made it without the orange, but I’m sure it’ll still taste great. You might have to toy with the seasonings a little more. The orange isn’t overpowering in the soup at all if you’re concerned about that. The original recipe from my Vitamix book actually uses 3 oranges, but I always stick with one because I think that’s too much.

      Reply
      • Primal Smoke

        January 4, 2013 at 10:12 am

        I am sure the orange makes it taste fantastic, but I am still sugar detoxing πŸ™

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        • paleoinpdx

          January 4, 2013 at 10:22 am

          Ah, gotcha. That makes sense then.

          Reply
  2. Healthy A-Z

    January 4, 2013 at 8:25 am

    This sounds delicious! Love the flavors combination!

    Reply
    • paleoinpdx

      January 4, 2013 at 8:41 am

      Thanks! It’s a refreshing flavor combination, indeed.

      Reply
  3. Cinnamoneats

    January 4, 2013 at 10:24 am

    Sounds tasty! Must give this a go πŸ™‚ Thanks for another great recipe!

    Reply
    • paleoinpdx

      January 4, 2013 at 10:32 am

      Thanks, hope you do!

      Reply
  4. sambangs

    January 5, 2013 at 11:04 am

    This looks delish! As I’m battling some kind of sickness right now, I’m on the hunt for good soup πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • paleoinpdx

      January 5, 2013 at 11:23 am

      Hope you feel better! The soup will help πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  5. Cristal

    January 10, 2013 at 6:30 am

    First Paleo recipe I’ve found that uses my handy dandy Vita-Mix (for more than something minimal)! Thank you! Can’t wait to try it!!

    Reply
    • paleoinpdx

      January 10, 2013 at 9:21 am

      Yep, the Vitamix does all the work! They really are a miracle, aren’t they? I hope you like it πŸ˜‰

      Reply
  6. emilyattipsonhealthyliving

    January 15, 2013 at 12:04 am

    This looks really wonderful! I’m going to use my immersion blender–the Vitamix is on my wish list. I’m loving soup recipes in January, thank you!

    Reply
    • paleoinpdx

      January 15, 2013 at 9:36 am

      Thanks! I’m sure it’ll work just fine with your immersion blender. Hope you like it!

      Reply
  7. fayrene

    July 3, 2013 at 5:30 pm

    Enjoyed it quite a lot, simple recipe easy preparation – excellent texture and very smooth – delightful.

    Reply
    • paleoinpdx

      July 4, 2013 at 10:42 am

      Great! Thanks for giving it a try! I’m glad you enjoyed it πŸ™‚

      Reply

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