Description
Warm your soul with this vibrant Lemon Chicken Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fresh herbs. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly days or when you need a little pick-me-up. With its bright flavors and nourishing ingredients, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 large fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the chicken breasts, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and parsley until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add the whole chicken breasts to the pot; reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken; shred it and return to the pot along with fresh lemon juice and zest. Stir well before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg