Being sick is the worst. I’ve been hit pretty badly this time, so for a week being out of action- what to eat? Luckily Beans makes me a simple soup that is the most perfect thing for when you’re feeling bad (yes sick in the middle of summer – the injustice). Then again I love this flavorful broth so much I wish it wasn’t reserved for ill health.
Simple Chicken soup
- 1/2 L (2 1/4 c) water
- 1 chicken breast (organic would be best)
- 2 big nubs of ginger
- 4 cloves of garlic
Add the water to a small pot and bring to the boil. Peel the ginger and slice it from the halfway point, so that the whole piece stays together but has a lot of cuts in it. Peel the garlic cloves and give them a gently bash. When the water is boiling add the chicken breast and ginger and garlic and let the whole thing boil for about 10 minutes, then turn it down to a simmer for another 10 minutes or so, depending on how large a chicken breast you used.
Serve some of the chicken with the delicious broth and get well soon.
Song for this recipe:
“Get me away from here, I’m dying” – Belle and Sebastian 
A Scottish ‘wistful pop’ indie band, who’s intricately titled songs are usually a pretty good listen. Sometimes their sound is compared to the Smiths, but I find them a little more cheerful. Although this song was chosen more for how I’ve been feeling lately.
Hope you feel better soon!
I generally never get colds but was hit hard this winter also, wish I’d had your lovely soup tbh.
Thanks Emma! Finally coming out of it after a full week! Horrible. Definitely calls for soup! Of any kind.
Love the song choice, hope you are feeling better xx