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Chicken Lentil Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A hearty and nutritious soup combining tender chicken, lentils, and vegetables, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Vegetables

  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced

Garlic

  • 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced

Lentils

  • 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed

Chicken

  • 450 grams boneless skinless chicken thighs

Broth

  • 6 cups chicken broth

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Fresh herbs & lemon

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add lentils, chicken thighs, cumin, salt, and pepper; pour in broth and stir.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30-35 minutes. Shred chicken, return to pot, add parsley and lemon juice, then serve.

Notes

Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Lentils