Description
A flavorful ginger lemon chicken soup that combines the warmth of ginger with the zest of lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for 1 minute.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add sliced carrots and celery; reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added heat, include sliced jalapeños.
- Consider using rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
- Top with a dollop of sour cream for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: ginger lemon chicken soup recipe