How to Make Spicy Chicken Soup

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Goji berries have a mild flavor that is similar to cranberries. Sometimes you can find them in the bulk section of the grocery store. Dried cranberries will work as a substitute.

Goji Berries

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To easily peel the ginger, hold the ginger in one hand and press the edge of a spoon against the side of it. Pull down on the spoon and the skin should easily peel off. Once peeled, then chop into small pieces.

To Peel the Ginger

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Step 1

Add goji berries and dates to a medium bowl, pour boiling water over the top, cover, and allow to soak for 20 minutes.

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Step 2

Add olive oil to a large Dutch oven, and heat over medium heat until oil shimmers.

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Step 3

Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Season with salt.

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Step 4

Increase the heat to medium-high, add the chicken, and cook, stirring, until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes.

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Step 5

Add the chiles, ginger, and garlic, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 5 minutes more.

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Step 6

Pour in the broth and soy sauce, increase heat to high, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer gently.

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Step 7

Drain the goji berries and dates and add them, along with the shiitake mushrooms, to the broth.

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Simmer the soup, with the lid slightly ajar, for 25-30 minutes longer, until the flavors have merged. Garnish with chopped green onion.

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Enjoy!

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