Crock Pot Lemony Chicken Soup

Transform comfort food into a zesty, wholesome delight with this Crock Pot Lemony Chicken Soup. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, tender shredded chicken, and hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion, this slow-cooked recipe is the ultimate cozy meal-perfect for chilly nights or when you're craving something nourishing. Infused with a fragrant blend of dried thyme, oregano, and a hint of garlic, the soup is further enriched with a base of savory chicken broth and the choice of creamy rice or orzo pasta. Simple to prepare, it simmers beautifully in the crock pot, allowing the flavors to meld together effortlessly. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for an irresistible finish. This easy, healthy, and satisfying recipe serves up a bowlful of sunshine and is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 medium Carrots
• 3 pieces Celery stalks
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 6 cups Chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons Lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 0.5 cup Uncooked rice or orzo pasta
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the carrots into thin rounds. Chop the celery into small pieces. Dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 3

Add the sliced carrots, celery, onion, and minced garlic over the chicken.

Step 4

Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot, making sure the chicken and vegetables are fully submerged.

Step 5

Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.

Step 7

About 30 minutes before the cooking time is done, remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the crock pot and stir in the rice or orzo pasta.

Step 9

Continue cooking for another 20-30 minutes on HIGH, or until the rice or pasta is tender.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Optionally, garnish each bowl with freshly chopped parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon juice if desired.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your Crock Pot Lemony Chicken Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2384.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1221.1

Total Fat 14.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 6185.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 139.6g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 373.8mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 3474.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.7%

Protein: 46.5%

Carbs: 42.8%