Creamy chicken and veg soup

 

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

• 1 tsp hot curry powder (adjust to taste)

• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

• 2 cups diced chicken meat

• 1 cup broccoli florets

• 1 cup cauliflower florets

• 1 packet creamy asparagus soup mix

• 1 liter cold water

• 1 cup sweet corn

• 1 cup green peas

• 2 potatoes, diced

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, sauté the onion, celery, and carrots until softened.

2. Add turmeric, ginger, curry powder, and garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

3. Add diced chicken and cook until sealed (lightly browned on the outside).

4. Add broccoli and cauliflower florets. Stir to combine.

5. In a jug, mix the asparagus soup mix with 1 liter of cold water. Stir until dissolved.

6. Pour the soup mixture into the pot over the chicken and vegetables.

7. Add sweet corn, peas, and diced potatoes. Stir everything together.

8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer gently for 35–40 minutes.

Tip: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and taste before serving to adjust seasoning if needed.