Description
Quick Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings or unexpected gatherings. This heartwarming soup features tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fresh herbs simmered in a flavorful broth, creating a delightful experience in every spoonful. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, it’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and prepare vegetables.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil for about 30 seconds. Add carrots and celery; cook until softened.
- Stir in chicken pieces; cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add rice, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and zest. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in fresh herbs just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg