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Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup

Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup That's Comfort in a Bowl

This Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup offers a cozy meal experience with savory flavors and rich nutrition.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Lean and mild, perfect for tender meatballs.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chopped, for sharpness and freshness.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Ginger Minced, essential for flavor.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, adds warm depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Provides umami.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Offers a nutty aroma.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Keeps meatballs tender.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
For the Soup
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Low-sodium preferred.
  • 4 cups Baby Bok Choy Adds crisp texture and nutrients.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Crispy Wonton Strips Provides crunch.
  • Optional Vegetables/Noodles Add rice noodles or egg noodles for extra heartiness.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • large mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • small pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, chopped green onions, minced ginger, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, breadcrumbs, egg, and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and arrange them on the baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes.
  4. While the meatballs bake, heat oil in a large pot. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 30 seconds.
  6. Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Add baby bok choy and optional noodles, cooking for 3-5 minutes.
  8. Gently add the baked meatballs into the soup and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. In a small pan, heat oil and fry wonton strips until golden.
  10. Ladle soup into bowls, topping each with crispy wonton strips and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don't overmix the meatball ingredients. Chill the mixture before shaping for easier handling. Customize spice levels as desired.

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