Description
A heartwarming bowl of Simple Lemony Chicken Soup with Spring Veggies combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon broth for a nourishing meal that’s perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Heat a large pot over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from pot and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed. Add minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Sauté for about five minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
- Add Broth and Chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Return the sautéed chicken along with any juices to the pot. Cook for an additional ten minutes to meld flavors.
- Stir in Zucchini & Lemon: Add the zucchini slices along with lemon juice and zest to the soup. Let it simmer gently for another five minutes.
- Taste & Adjust: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper as desired.
- Serve It Up: Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating leafy greens such as spinach or kale. Customize veggies based on seasonal availability or personal preference.