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Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup

A heartwarming bowl of soup filled with tender ginger-infused chicken meatballs and vibrant vegetables, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Comfort Food
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs
  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the soup
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 cup bok choy, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation of Meatballs
  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onions, salt, and pepper.
  2. Use your hands to mix everything together until well combined.
  3. Once mixed, form small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
Cooking Meatballs
  1. In a large pot, lightly heat a splash of oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the meatballs in a single layer (you may need to do this in batches) and cook them for about 4-5 minutes until they’re golden brown on all sides.
  3. Remove and set aside.
Making the Soup Base
  1. In the same pot, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle boil.
  2. Once boiling, add the sliced carrots and bok choy.
  3. Allow them to simmer for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Combining and Flavoring
  1. Carefully add the cooked meatballs back into the pot.
  2. Stir in the soy sauce, and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serving
  1. Once everything is cooked through and steaming hot, ladle your Ginger Chicken Meatball Soup into bowls.
  2. Top with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor. Enjoy!

Notes

For variations, you can substitute ground turkey or beef for the ground chicken, and feel free to add your favorite toppings like sliced green onions or chili flakes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.