Hearty Bokchoy Chicken Soup
Hearty Bokchoy Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort dish, featuring tender chicken, vibrant bok choy, and a rich broth infused with garlic and ginger. This soul-soothing soup is perfect for chilly nights or when you crave a warm hug in a bowl. Easy to prepare and customizable, it brings family together for laughter-filled dinners. Enjoy a nourishing meal that delights your taste buds while evoking cherished memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
- 4 cups bok choy, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 4 green onions, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice bok choy.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add oil and cook garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add chicken: Sauté chopped chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Pour in broth: Add chicken broth and carrots; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add bok choy: Stir in bok choy in the last 5 minutes of cooking until tender but vibrant.
- Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil and soy sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken first to create a golden crust. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different protein options. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.