Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and zesty lemon. This soup not only warms your soul but also brings a burst of flavor to every spoonful. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and chop the carrots, celery, and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté the onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Place chicken breasts in the pot along with chopped carrots and celery. Pour in chicken broth to cover everything.
- Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot; shred it using two forks and return it to the soup with lemon juice and zest.
- Stir in parsley and dill before seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Make it vegetarian by substituting chicken with chickpeas or tofu. For added nutrition, toss in spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.