Lemon Chicken Soup: A Refreshing Easy Recipe for Cozy Days
Lemon Chicken Soup is a light and refreshing dish perfect for cozy days. This easy recipe combines tender chicken, vibrant lemon, and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add shredded chicken, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a creamy soup, stir in a splash of cream before serving.
- You can add other vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg