Description
Lemon Chicken and Dill Soup is a delightful bowl of comfort that combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fragrant dill. This heartwarming soup is perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you crave a taste of home. With its vibrant flavors and enticing aroma, it’s sure to impress your family and friends. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning dish that will leave everyone wanting seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 bay leaves
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, onions (if using), carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot and lightly brown them for a few minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in lemon juice, black pepper, and bay leaves. Reduce heat and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup along with the fresh dill.
- Adjust seasoning as desired and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg