Lemon Chicken Rice Soup


Chattanooga Hoes

This lemon chicken rice soup is warm and zesty, and its great for any day. This soup is a great mix of warm and citrusy flavors, thanks to its healthy ingredients and flavors.

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup rice, uncooked
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat

Put in the celery, carrot, onion, and garlic

Cook the vegetables in oil until they are soft

Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, and dried thyme, and mix them all together

Add pepper and salt to taste

Once the soup starts to boil, lower the heat and let it cook slowly

Place a lid on top and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is soft

Serve hot with fresh parsley on top


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