Chicken Soup For a Cold

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 quarts chicken broth
• 2 Tablespoons coconut oil
• 1 - 1 1/2 lb uncooked boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
• 3 large carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 medium onion, peeled and diced
• 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 1-inch knob of fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated (with a Microplane if you have it)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• juice from 1 large lemon
• Cooked noodles or rice (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Bring the coconut oil to medium-high heat in...: Bring the coconut oil to medium-high heat in a large pot.

2. 2

   When the pot is hot, add the chicken...: When the pot is hot, add the chicken breast and brown on both sides. (It doesn't have to cook all the way through.) Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside for now.

3. 3

   Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, ginger, and...: Add the carrots, celery, onion, garlic, ginger, and thyme to the pot. Stir often and cook until the onions begin to brown slightly. If they start sticking to the bottom of the pot, add 1/4 cup of the broth to loosen things up.

4. 4

   Return the chicken to the pot and add...: Return the chicken to the pot and add the broth. Let everything simmer for about 10-12 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

5. 5

   Removed the chicken, shred or dice, and put...: Removed the chicken, shred or dice, and put it back into the pot. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Add any cooked noodles or rice, if you...: Add any cooked noodles or rice, if you like.

7. 7

   Ladle into bowls.