Description
A velvety, citrus-infused chicken soup inspired by traditional Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for a healthy, warming dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large lemons (zested and juiced)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Sauté carrots and celery in olive oil until softened.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Poach chicken breasts in broth for 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Temper beaten eggs with a ladle of hot broth, then stir into the soup.
- Fold in shredded chicken and fresh dill; heat through gently without boiling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean