Description
Indulge in the warmth and vibrant flavors of this delightful Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe. This nourishing dish is perfect for cozy evenings or quick weeknight meals. With its bright lemony taste and tender chicken, this soup offers a comforting experience that will leave your taste buds craving more. Packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein, it’s a healthy choice that can easily be customized to suit your preferences. Enjoy it on its own, over rice or zucchini noodles, or paired with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.
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
- 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
- Gather and chop all ingredients before cooking.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté carrots, onion, and celery for about 5–7 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in black pepper, parsley, thyme, salt, and bay leaves.
- Place chicken breasts in the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the pot and shred with two forks before returning it back into the soup.
- Add dry orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 8–10 minutes).
- Stir in fresh lemon juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg