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Lemon Chicken Soup

Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe
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Lemon Chicken Soup is a delightful, zesty dish that warms the soul with every spoonful. This easy-to-make recipe combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a burst of bright lemon flavor, making it perfect for cozy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you choose to prepare it in an Instant Pot, crock pot, or on the stovetop, this nutritious soup is sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve it alongside rice, pasta, or zucchini noodles for a complete meal that is both comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups diced carrots
  • 1 cup finely chopped onion
  • ½ cup finely chopped celery
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 6 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup dry orzo pasta
  • ½ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients by dicing vegetables and mincing garlic.
  2. In your cooking device, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté carrots, onion, celery, and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in black pepper, parsley, thyme, salt, and bay leaves.
  4. Add chicken breasts and pour in chicken broth to cover.
  5. For the Instant Pot: Pressure cook on high for about 15 minutes; for crock pot: cook on low for about 6 hours; for stovetop: bring to a boil then simmer for about 30 minutes.
  6. Remove cooked chicken and shred it with forks. Add orzo pasta to the broth and cook according to package instructions (about 10 minutes).
  7. Stir in lemon juice before serving.

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