A nourishing, ginger-infused chicken and rice soup with tender bok choy and fragrant jasmine rice — perfect for cozy dinners or immune-boosting meals.
1 lb chicken thighs or breast (bone-in or boneless)
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp oil (olive, avocado, or sesame)
1 tbsp fresh ginger, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup jasmine or basmati rice
2 cups chopped bok choy (stalks and leaves separated)
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Salt and white pepper to taste
Green onions and cilantro for garnish (optional)
In a large pot, sauté ginger and garlic in oil for 1–2 minutes.
Add chicken and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot.
Add rice and cook for 12–15 minutes.
Stir in bok choy stalks first, then leaves. Simmer 2–3 minutes more.
Season with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper.
Garnish and serve hot.
Freeze without rice for better texture.
Use cauliflower rice for low-carb.
Add chili for a spicy twist.