Description
Lemon Chicken Soup is a vibrant and comforting dish that brings warmth to your table. This refreshing soup is infused with zesty lemon juice, tender chicken, and a medley of fresh vegetables, making it the perfect choice for cozy dinners or family gatherings. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, this soup not only satisfies your taste buds but also nourishes your body. Serve it over rice, pasta, or zucchini noodles for a delightful meal that’s easy to customize. Whether you’re looking for something light yet filling or a remedy for chilly evenings, this Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups diced carrots
- 1 cup finely chopped onion
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 3 cloves)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup dry orzo pasta
- ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced carrots, onion, celery, and minced garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in black pepper, parsley, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Add chicken breasts and pour in chicken broth to cover ingredients.
- Cook: Seal Instant Pot for 15 minutes on high pressure or simmer in a large pot for about 45 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken using two forks and return to the pot along with orzo pasta.
- Stir in fresh lemon juice and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg