Dinner: Spicy Feel-Good Chicken Soup

Recipe by Camille Becerra The squash and cabbage greens are seasonal and healthy, but you can add whatever veggies you like.

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Basil

Health and fertility benefits of Spicy Feel-Good Chicken Soup

Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Ingredients

Spicy Chicken Stock
1 (2-pound) kabocha squash
4 cups thin wedges mixed cabbages (such as bok choy, Napa, and savoy)
4 cups cooked chicken (see Spicy Chicken Stock)
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
Basil leaves, cilantro leaves with tender stems, and chili oil (for serving)
1 (2-inch) piece ginger, peeled, finely grated
3 limes, cut into wedges

Instructions

Heat stock in a large pot over medium.
Meanwhile, cut squash into 4 wedges and remove seeds. Cut each wedge into 4 pieces. Add squash to stock and simmer until tender, 8 –10 minutes. Add cabbage and cooked chicken and cook until warmed through, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Divide soup among bowls. Top with jalapeño and some basil and cilantro; drizzle with chili oil and finish with a pinch of ginger. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.

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