35-Minute Zesty Lemon Chicken Healing Soup That Actually Works
A refreshing and healing soup packed with lemon flavor, perfect for boosting immunity and aiding recovery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add chicken breasts, broth, lemon juice, zest, turmeric, and ginger.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a keto version, skip carrots and add more celery.
- Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg