Mediterranean Diet Lemon Chicken Soup

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this comforting and nourishing Mediterranean Diet Lemon Chicken Soup, a vibrant twist on classic chicken soup. Bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients like tender chicken breast, nutrient-packed baby spinach, and fragrant parsley, this recipe is both hearty and healthy. The soup's flavor is brightened with zesty lemon juice, lemon zest, and aromatic Mediterranean seasonings like oregano and thyme, creating a perfectly balanced profile. Simmered in a savory chicken broth, this one-pot dish comes together in under an hour, making it a practical yet elegant option for busy evenings. Perfect for those following a Mediterranean diet or simply seeking a satisfying and nutritious meal, this soup is as delightful as it is easy to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breast
• 1 large onion
• 2 medium carrots
• 2 medium celery stalks
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 0.25 cup lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 2 cups baby spinach

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Dice the onion, slice the carrots and celery, and mince the garlic.

Step 3

Add the onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the carrots, celery, and garlic, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 5

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and add to the pot, cooking until browned on all sides.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a low boil.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Lower the heat to a simmer and let cook for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and flavors are melded.

Step 9

Add the fresh baby spinach to the soup and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 10

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the soup just before serving for a pop of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2979.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1266.2

Total Fat 45.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 8504.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.1g
Protein 161.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 476.6mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 4186.5mg	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: 31.7%

Protein: 50.0%

Carbs: 18.3%