Description

Lemon Chicken and Rice Soup is the ultimate comfort dish! This hearty soup features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a zesty lemon flavor that brightens every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a cozy meal, this recipe is easily adaptable to include your favorite vegetables. Enjoy the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen as you create this nourishing bowl of goodness that feels like home.

Ingredients

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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup white rice (jasmine or basmati)
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
¼ cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken and dicing vegetables.
In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion in olive oil until translucent (3-5 minutes). Add minced garlic.
Add carrots and celery; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in chicken pieces; cook until they turn white on all sides (approximately 5 minutes).
Pour in the chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
Mix in rice along with lemon juice and zest; season with salt and pepper. Simmer until rice is cooked (about 15 minutes).
Stir in fresh herbs just before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg