High Protein Lemon Chicken Soup
A delightful and nutritious lemon chicken soup packed with protein and vibrant flavors, perfect for cozy meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zucchini noodles or orzo (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat some oil in an instant pot, crockpot, or stovetop, and sauté the onions and garlic until translucent.
- Add the chicken breast, chicken broth, carrots, celery, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- If using, add zucchini noodles or orzo.
- Cook for 20 minutes on high pressure in the instant pot or simmer on the stovetop until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken, mix well, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This soup stores well and often tastes even better the next day. Consider blending a portion for a thicker consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg