Description
Warm up with a bowl of Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup, where tender chicken meets vibrant vegetables in a zesty, herb-infused broth. This comforting dish is not only easy to make but also bursting with flavors that remind you of home. Perfect for chilly evenings or impressing guests, each spoonful offers a bright and soothing experience that’s sure to lift your spirits.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by dicing the chicken, carrots, and celery.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add carrots and celery; cook until softened (around 5 minutes).
- Stir in cubed chicken and cook until lightly browned (about 5 minutes). Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Add lemon juice and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in chopped parsley and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg