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Keep Warm with This Ginger Chicken Soup watercress.co.uk
Recipes
November 2025
Reading time 2 Minutes

This delicious chicken soup is packed with flavour and nutrient-rich ingredients

Watercress provides vitamin C, which contributes to the normal function of our skin, nerve function and our immune system, while chicken supplies high-quality protein for the maintenance of normal muscle mass and is a source of zinc, a mineral that also contributes to the normal function of the immune system. Garlic and ginger add a delightful aromatic depth and warmth.
Serves
2
Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Ingredients
  • 80g watercress, roughly chopped and big stalks removed
  • 150g leftover roast chicken, shredded
  • 1 x 198g tin sweetcorn, drained
  • Thumb sized piece of ginger, thinly sliced or grated
  • 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced or grated
  • 600ml chicken stock
  • Lemongrass to serve
  • Can serve with noodles or spring onions
Method

In a large pot, bring the chicken stock to a boil. Add the ginger and garlic and allow to infuse for a few minutes before adding the roast chicken and sweetcorn.

Allow this to cook for a few minutes more, then add half of the watercress and allow to wilt.

Serve with the other half of the watercress raw, for extra crunch.

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