This ginger scallion soup is a truly comforting bowl, perfect for a quick, nourishing meal on a chilly evening or whenever you need a boost. The aromatic blend of fresh ginger and scallions creates a vibrant base that beautifully complements tender shredded chicken and earthy shiitake mushrooms. I remember the first time I tried a similar soup at a local diner, and I was instantly hooked. I knew I had to recreate that cozy, flavorful experience at home. This ginger scallion soup recipe is designed to be simple yet deeply satisfying, making it accessible for even beginner cooks while delivering complex flavors.

⏱ Time: 25 min
👥 Servings: 4
📊 Level: Easy
🥗 10 ingredients
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Comfort in a Bowl! Ginger Scallion Chicken Soup

Ginger scallion soup: craft this vibrant, immune-boosting chicken soup in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick, comforting, and healthy meal.
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Prep Time 13 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 6 scallions (white and green parts separated)
  • 4 ounces shiitake mushrooms (sliced)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons grated or minced fresh ginger
  • 4 cups good-quality chicken stock
  • 2 to 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 6 ounces baby bok choy (cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • pinch white pepper

Method
 

  1. Sauté. Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the white parts of the scallions and the shiitake mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Simmer. Add the chicken stock, cooked chicken, bok choy, soy sauce, white pepper, the green parts of the scallions, and stir to combine. Continue cooking until the broth reaches a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low to maintain the simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the bok choy has softened to your liking.
  3. Season. Stir in the sesame oil until combined. Give the soup a taste and season with additional soy sauce, white pepper or sesame oil if needed.
  4. Serve. Serve warm, garnished with a drizzle of chili crisp, chopped cilantro, extra scallions and sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy!

Notes

– For extra depth, brown the chicken stock with a roasted chicken carcass before adding. – Don’t overcook the bok choy; it should be tender-crisp. – If you don’t have fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, but fresh is highly recommended for flavor. – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

– For extra depth, brown the chicken stock with a roasted chicken carcass before adding. – Don’t overcook the bok choy; it should be tender-crisp. – If you don’t have fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, but fresh is highly recommended for flavor. – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

This ginger scallion soup is a versatile and restorative dish. Try varying the vegetables or adding a squeeze of lime at the end for an extra zing. Enjoy this warm, flavorful bowl!

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