Description
Lemon Chicken Soup is a delightful, heartwarming dish that combines zesty lemon flavor with tender chicken and fresh vegetables. Each bowl captures the essence of comfort food, perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. This simple recipe is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion, making it an ideal addition to your weeknight dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 2 celery stalks, chopped finely
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (thyme or parsley), chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare by chopping vegetables and measuring spices.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Add garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add chicken breasts and pour in enough broth to cover them. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred it with forks.
- Stir shredded chicken back into the pot along with lemon zest, juice, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot in bowls with optional garnishes of herbs or lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg