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Lemon Chicken Mushroom Soup

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A bright and comforting soup combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and refreshing lemon in a herb-infused broth.

 

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
  • 5 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3/4 cup ditalini pasta
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softening.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook 2-3 minutes until they begin to brown.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, lemongrass, thyme, and rosemary. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken stock, water, and add bay leaves and chicken thighs. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce to simmer, cover and cook 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  5. Remove chicken, shred with forks, and set aside.
  6. Add ditalini pasta to the pot and simmer 8-10 minutes until tender.
  7. Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

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Keywords: lemon soup, chicken soup, mushroom soup, lemon chicken soup, herb soup