Lemon Chicken Soup

Brighten up your dinner table with this comforting and refreshing Lemon Chicken Soup—a delightful balance of zesty citrus and savory warmth. Perfectly tender shredded chicken, hearty vegetables, and fluffy rice are simmered in a flavorful chicken broth that’s infused with the bright tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice and aromatic thyme. This easy-to-make soup is brought to life with a dash of lemon zest and a sprinkle of vibrant parsley, making it as stunning to serve as it is delicious to enjoy. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is ideal for chilly evenings or when you need a cozy, one-pot meal that’s simple yet satisfying. Pair it with crusty bread for an unforgettable winter favorite! Keywords: lemon chicken soup, easy soup recipes, comforting chicken soup, citrus chicken recipe, one-pot meals, cozy winter dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 pieces chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon thyme, dried
• 0.5 cup rice, uncooked
• 0.25 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 4

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Step 5

Add the chicken breasts, bay leaf, and dried thyme to the pot.

Step 6

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breasts from the soup and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 8

Add the uncooked rice to the soup and continue to simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Step 9

While the rice is cooking, shred the cooled chicken using two forks.

Step 10

Return the shredded chicken to the pot.

Step 11

Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 13

Remove the bay leaf from the soup.

Step 14

Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2363.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1425.9

Total Fat 42.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 6162.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 139.0g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 358.0mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 3289.5mg	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: 27.0%

Protein: 39.7%

Carbs: 33.3%