Healing Chicken Soup with Herbs for New Mothers

👩‍🍳 By Chef Emily – USA

🍽️ Servings: 4

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 min

🌿 Type: Comfort Meal

This healing chicken soup combines nourishing ingredients like bone broth, garlic, ginger, and herbs to support postpartum recovery. It’s rich in protein, collagen, and immune-boosting properties—ideal for warming the body, aiding digestion, and restoring energy after delivery.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 4 cups homemade or organic chicken broth
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Fresh parsley and thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, ginger for 2 minutes.
2. Add chicken thighs, broth, carrot, and celery. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, add herbs, and simmer covered for 45 minutes.
4. Remove chicken, shred meat, discard bones and return meat to soup.
5. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with a side of warm bread or rice.

Benefits for New Moms

Bone broth helps rebuild collagen and improve joint health. Ginger and garlic support immunity and reduce inflammation. Protein-rich chicken aids tissue repair. This soup also improves hydration and digestion during recovery.

Tips & Variations

• Boost calories: Add brown rice or barley for more energy.
• Make it dairy-free: This recipe already is!
• Vegetable-packed: Add kale or spinach for extra nutrients.

Nutritional Highlights

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