Description
Comfort meets elegance in this lemon rosemary chicken soup, a Mediterranean-inspired dish that whispers warmth and sophistication. Fresh herbs and citrus notes dance together, inviting you to savor each spoonful of pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can cannellini or navy beans
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
Liquids, Seasonings, and Extras:
- 5 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Grated Parmesan
- Extra rosemary
- Crusty bread
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over moderate temperature, gently sautéing diced onions, sliced carrots, and chopped celery until they transform into a softened, translucent medley.
- Introduce minced garlic, fragrant rosemary, and robust Italian seasoning, stirring briefly to awaken their aromatic essence and infuse the vegetable base with deep, layered flavors.
- Pour in rich chicken broth, nestle tender white beans and pre-cooked chicken pieces into the liquid, allowing the ingredients to meld and create a harmonious broth.
- Gradually fold vibrant kale or tender spinach leaves into the simmering mixture, permitting the greens to gently wilt and integrate their verdant nutrition into the soup.
- Carefully extract any whole rosemary sprigs, then brighten the soup’s profile with a zesty splash of fresh lemon juice, seasoning delicately with salt and cracked black pepper to elevate the overall taste.
- Transfer the steaming, aromatic soup into serving bowls, offering optional garnishes like freshly grated Parmesan cheese or accompanying with rustic, crusty bread for a complete, comforting meal.
Notes
- Swap kale or spinach with any leafy greens like Swiss chard or arugula for varied nutrition and flavor profiles.
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover roasted chicken to save time and add depth to the soup’s taste.
- For gluten-free option, ensure broth is certified gluten-free and skip bread serving suggestion.
- Create a vegetarian version by replacing chicken with extra beans or plant-based protein like tofu cubes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg