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Bowl of Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup with Bok Choy and herbs for a cozy meal.

Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup with Bok Choy

This warm and comforting soup features hearty chicken meatballs, fresh ginger, and crisp bok choy, making it a delightful dish for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Soup
Cuisine Asian, Comfort Food
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs

  • 1 pound Ground Chicken (or ground turkey) Use ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 2 sliced Green Onions Substitute with shallots if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Fresh is a must for best flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Toasted for nutty aroma.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free works too.
  • 1 large Egg Or flaxseed egg for egg-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper

For the Soup

  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Or canola oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Or shallots/leeks.
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Optional.
  • 4 cups Baby Bok Choy Or spinach/napa cabbage.
  • 2 cups Noodles Optional, cook separately if storing.
  • 1 cup Wonton Wrappers Sliced and fried for topping.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground chicken, green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, breadcrumbs, egg, salt, and pepper to form a mixture for the meatballs.
  • Shape the mixture into small meatballs.

Cooking the Meatballs

  • In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  • Add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides. Remove them from the pot and set aside.

Building the Soup

  • In the same pot, add the medium onion and cook until it softens.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the cooked meatballs back into the pot.

Adding the Greens

  • Once the broth is boiling, stir in the bok choy and optional rice vinegar.
  • Simmer everything together for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Finish

  • If using, add cooked noodles to the soup just before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months, keeping noodles separate to prevent mushiness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g
Keyword Bok Choy, Ginger Chicken Soup, Meatball Soup
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