Description
Lemon Chicken Soup is a comforting and zesty dish that warms your soul with every spoonful. This delightful soup features tender chicken in a fragrant broth, complemented by fresh lemon juice and herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a pick-me-up, this recipe is not just delicious; it’s also quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights. A bowl of this vibrant soup will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prep your ingredients: Chop the chicken, carrots, celery, and mince the garlic.
- 2. Sauté the vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add carrots and celery; cook until slightly softened.
- 3. Add chicken and broth: Stir in diced chicken and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- 4. Add lemon zest and juice: Reduce heat to low after boiling. Mix in lemon zest and juice for enhanced flavor.
- 5. Season to taste: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and thyme leaves; adjust seasoning as desired.
- 6. Simmer: Allow the soup to gently simmer for about 20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg