Flu Stew

Fight off colds and boost your immunity with this comforting and nutritious Flu Stew! Packed with wholesome ingredients like tender chicken, sweet potatoes, and vibrant baby spinach, this hearty soup is brimming with anti-inflammatory turmeric, immune-boosting garlic and ginger, and a touch of fresh lemon juice for a bright, zesty finish. Perfect for chilly days or when you're feeling under the weather, this one-pot wonder is easy to make, taking just 15 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of simmering to yield a soul-soothing meal. Serve up a bowl of this flu-fighting stew and enjoy its warming flavors that nourish from the inside out!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 pound chicken breasts (or thighs), cubed
• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, sliced celery, and grated ginger. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Add the cubed chicken to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is lightly browned on the outside.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed sweet potato, turmeric powder, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potato is tender and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the baby spinach. Allow it to wilt into the stew, which should only take 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Finish the stew by stirring in the lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.

Step 9

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, and enjoy the comforting, immune-boosting benefits of this Flu Stew!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2531.5 grams (2531.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1391

Total Fat 48.40g	62%
Saturated Fat 9.10g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 386mg	129%
Sodium 3426mg	149%
Total Carbohydrate 74.20g	27%
Dietary Fiber 15.40g	55%
Total Sugars 25.10g
Protein 161.40g	323%

Vitamin D 23IU	114%
Calcium 316mg	24%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 2609mg	56%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 46.9%

Carbs: 21.5%