Description
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup is a delightful and comforting dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. Made with tender chicken, zesty lemons, and fresh herbs, this hearty soup is perfect for chilly days or when you need a bit of warmth and love. With its vibrant colors and aromatic essence, it’s sure to become a family favorite that warms your heart and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large fresh lemons (juiced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced thinly)
- 2 stalks celery (diced)
- ¼ cup fresh dill (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: dice chicken, slice carrots and celery, and mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic, carrots, and celery until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced chicken to the pot; cook until golden brown (about 6 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and chopped dill; mix well.
- Serve hot in bowls with extra dill or lemon slices as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes. Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a different protein option. Add spinach or kale for added nutrition.