Warm up your evenings with a bowl of comfort that transports you straight to the heart of Asian cuisine! Our Soy Ginger Soup with Chicken, crafted effortlessly in a slow cooker, is a delightful blend of tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant green onions, all simmered to perfection in a rich, savory broth. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully over four hours. Ready to impress your family and friends with this easy, mouthwatering dish? Let’s dive into the recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 4 hrs
Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp ginger, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into uniform 1-inch cubes, ensuring even cooking and consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Peel and finely grate fresh ginger, releasing its aromatic oils and ensuring maximum flavor infusion into the broth.
- Mince garlic cloves finely to distribute their pungent flavor evenly throughout the soup.
- Clean and slice mushrooms into thin, consistent pieces to promote even cooking and aesthetic presentation.
- Place cubed chicken breast into the slow cooker as the primary protein base for the soup.
- Pour chicken broth over the chicken, ensuring all meat is fully submerged for thorough cooking.
- Add soy sauce, creating a rich, umami-based liquid foundation for the soup.
- Sprinkle grated ginger and minced garlic into the slow cooker, distributing flavors evenly.
- Add sliced mushrooms to provide additional texture and earthy undertones to the soup.
- Season with salt and pepper, adjusting to personal taste preferences.
- Cover slow cooker and set to low heat, allowing soup to simmer slowly for 4 hours.
- During the last 30 minutes of cooking, gently stir the soup to redistribute ingredients and flavors.
- Once cooking is complete, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions just before serving for a bright, fresh finish.
- Serve hot in deep bowls, ensuring each serving contains a balanced mixture of chicken, broth, and vegetables.
Tips
- Uniform Chicken Cubes: When cutting your chicken breast, aim for uniform 1-inch cubes. This ensures even cooking and a consistent texture throughout the soup.
- Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best flavor. Grating the ginger finely helps release its aromatic oils, while finely minced garlic distributes its pungency evenly.
- Mushroom Prep: Clean and slice your mushrooms into thin, consistent pieces. This not only promotes even cooking but also enhances the soup's visual appeal.
- Layering Flavors: When adding ingredients to the slow cooker, layer them thoughtfully. Start with the chicken, followed by the broth and soy sauce, then add the ginger, garlic, and mushrooms. This helps build a richer flavor profile.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste your soup towards the end of cooking and adjust the seasoning as needed. Remember, the saltiness of the soy sauce can vary, so it’s best to taste before adding more salt.
- Garnish for Freshness: Don’t skip the green onions! Adding them just before serving brightens the dish and adds a fresh crunch that complements the rich flavors of the soup.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve the soup hot in deep bowls, ensuring each serving has a balanced mix of chicken, broth, and vegetables. Pair it with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 166kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 27g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 62mg
