Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe, a delightful blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty lemon that warms both body and soul. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this soup is not only easy to prepare but also full of nutritious ingredients. With a bright and refreshing taste, it pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or zucchini noodles. Whether you make it in an Instant Pot or on the stovetop, this Lemon Chicken Soup will quickly become a family favorite. Serve it warm for a nourishing meal everyone will love!
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
- 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 your pot over medium heat. Sauté diced carrots, onion, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and seasonings (black pepper, parsley, thyme, salt, bay leaves) and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken breasts and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it with forks, then return it to the pot.
- Stir in orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Finish by stirring in fresh lemon juice just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop/Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg