🍜 Garlic Ginger Chicken & Mushroom Noodle Soup (Mediterranean-Inspired Comfort Bowl)
This Garlic Ginger Chicken & Mushroom Noodle Soup is light yet deeply comforting—packed with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, aromatic garlic and ginger, and slurp-worthy noodles in a flavorful broth.
While ginger-forward soups are often associated with Asian cuisine, this version is adapted to fit the fresh, olive-oil-based principles of the Mediterranean diet—focusing on lean protein, vegetables, herbs, and balanced flavors.
🌿 Why You’ll Love This Soup
✔ Warming and immune-supportive
✔ High in protein
✔ Light but satisfying
✔ Great for cold days
✔ Meal-prep friendly
🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Soup:
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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2 chicken breasts (or 2 cups shredded cooked chicken)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 small onion, diced
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1½ cups sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
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1 carrot, thinly sliced
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6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup whole wheat noodles or egg noodles
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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1 tsp dried thyme or oregano
Optional Add-ins:
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1 handful fresh spinach
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Red chili flakes
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Splash of soy sauce (optional fusion touch)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté Aromatics
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add onion and sauté 2–3 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and ginger; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
2️⃣ Add Mushrooms & Carrots
Add sliced mushrooms and carrots.
Cook 4–5 minutes until mushrooms release moisture and soften.
3️⃣ Simmer the Broth
Add chicken breasts and chicken broth.
Season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken, shred with forks, and return to pot.
4️⃣ Cook the Noodles
Add noodles and cook according to package instructions (usually 6–8 minutes).
5️⃣ Finish
Stir in lemon juice and fresh spinach if using.
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Garnish with parsley and a pinch of chili flakes.
🥗 Mediterranean Serving Ideas
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Serve with whole-grain bread
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Pair with a simple cucumber-tomato salad
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Drizzle a little extra olive oil before serving
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Add a spoon of Greek yogurt for creaminess
🥦 Nutritional Benefits
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Chicken provides lean protein
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Mushrooms offer antioxidants
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Ginger & garlic support immune health
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Olive oil supports heart health
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Balanced carbs + protein meal
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes! Add shredded chicken during the noodle stage and simmer briefly.
Q2: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes. Use gluten-free noodles or rice instead.
Q3: How long does it last?
Store in the fridge up to 4 days. Noodles may absorb broth over time.
Q4: Can I freeze it?
Yes, but freeze without noodles for best texture.
Q5: Can I make it low-carb?
Replace noodles with zucchini noodles or extra vegetables.
Q6: Can I make it vegetarian?
Yes! Replace chicken with chickpeas and use vegetable broth.
🌞 Final Thoughts
Garlic Ginger Chicken & Mushroom Noodle Soup is cozy, nourishing, and perfectly balanced. It’s the kind of bowl that feels healing, comforting, and satisfying—all while staying aligned with Mediterranean-style eating.
