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Spicy Feel-Good Chicken Soup

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The squash and cabbage greens are seasonal and healthy, but you can add whatever veggies you like.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 servings

Ingredients

1

(2-pound) kabocha squash

4

cups thin wedges mixed cabbages (such as bok choy, Napa, and savoy)

4

cups cooked chicken (see Spicy Chicken Stock)

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

1

jalapeño, thinly sliced

Basil leaves, cilantro leaves with tender stems, and chili oil (for serving)

1

(2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated

3

limes, cut into wedges

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat stock in a large pot over medium.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, cut squash into 4 wedges and remove seeds. Cut each wedge into 4 pieces. Add squash to stock and simmer until tender, 8–10 minutes. Add cabbage and cooked chicken and cook until warmed through, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

    Step 3

    Divide soup among bowls. Top with jalapeño and some basil and cilantro; drizzle with chili oil and finish with a pinch of ginger. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 4

    Soup (without toppings) can be made 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.