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Fermented Veggie Chicken Soup

This vibrant chicken soup combines tender shredded chicken and a classic vegetable base with the lively tang of fermented vegetables like kimchi or sauerkraut. It’s a quick, comforting dish with a bold flavor profile, featuring a clear broth and colorful ingredients that create an inviting, hearty bowl. The final texture is warm, slightly chunky, and bursting with tangy and savory notes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 cup fermented vegetables kimchi or sauerkraut
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 lemon fresh, for squeezing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon oil olive or neutral oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Sharp chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Gather all your ingredients and equipment, and set a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add a tablespoon of oil to the pot and sauté diced onion and minced garlic, stirring often, until fragrant and translucent—about 3 minutes. You should hear a gentle sizzle and smell a sweet aroma.
  3. Add diced carrots and celery to the pot, along with a handful of fermented vegetables. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the fermented veggies are heated through—about 5-7 minutes. The mixture should smell tangy and savory.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Once bubbling, add the shredded cooked chicken. Let everything simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the broth to deepen in flavor.
  5. Taste the soup and adjust with salt and pepper as needed. Squeeze in the juice of a fresh lemon to brighten the flavor profile and stir to combine.
  6. Once seasoned and brightened, ladle the hot soup into bowls. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, with crusty bread on the side. Enjoy the bold, tangy, and comforting flavors in every spoonful.