Description
Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup is a vibrant and creamy dish that brings warmth and comfort to any table. This delightful soup features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a bright zing of lemon, creating a perfect blend of flavors that will brighten your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill), for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Stir in minced garlic.
- Add diced carrots and celery along with the chicken breasts. Cook until chicken is no longer pink.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken, shred it using two forks, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest. Add fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg