Description
A rich, creamy soup that captures the essence of Mediterranean cooking, blending lemony brightness with tender chicken and fresh herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, stirring until the onions turn tender and translucent.
- Toss in the diced chicken and sauté until browned on the outside but not fully cooked through. Add the chopped carrots and celery, stirring to coat in the fragrant oils.
- Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring it to a gentle simmer, cooking until the chicken is fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes).
- Stir in the Greek yogurt or heavy cream, allowing the soup to thicken and become creamy.
- Mix in lemon juice, zest, fresh herbs, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with extra dill or parsley, and enjoy with warm bread or salad.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a dash of white wine after browning the chicken. Substitute dried herbs for fresh if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: chicken soup, creamy soup, Greek recipes, comfort food, Mediterranean dish