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Lemon Dilly Chicken Soup

Lemon Dilly Chicken Soup That Warms the Soul

Lemon Dilly Chicken Soup is a healthy comfort food packed with nutrients, perfect for warming up on cold days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 pounds Chicken, boneless, skinless breasts or thighs or rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 medium Yellow onion, diced or shallots
  • 1 cup Celery, diced can add carrots for sweetness
  • 1.5 cups Carrot, diced can mix in chopped root vegetables
  • 2 leaves Bay leaves remove before serving
  • 1.5 teaspoons Salt adjust according to dietary needs
  • 0.75 teaspoon Black pepper freshly cracked is best
  • 8 cups Water or chicken stock using stock elevates flavor
  • 0.75 cup Arborio rice any short-grain rice can work
  • 0.25 cup Butter or oil for a lighter version
  • 0.25 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice lemon zest enhances flavor
  • 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped or cilantro as a swap
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped omit if not available
Serving Ideas
  • Crusty bread for dipping
  • Side salad for balance

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken, minced garlic, diced onion, diced celery, diced carrots, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Pour in water or chicken stock. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 30 minutes.
  2. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it with tongs, let cool slightly, and shred into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Add Arborio rice and butter to the soup and let simmer for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reintroduce shredded chicken, lemon juice, parsley, and dill. Cook for another 10-15 minutes, stir gently, and adjust seasonings.
  5. Ladle into bowls, garnish with extra parsley, and serve with crusty bread or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Monitor rice to avoid mushiness and adjust seasonings for balance.

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