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Chicken and Lentil Soup

Chicken and Lentil Soup: 5 Heartwarming Reasons to Try It

A hearty chicken and lentil soup that’s easy to make and full of flavor.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup lentils
  • 2 chicken fillets, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  5. Stir in lentils, broth, thyme, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  7. Check lentils for doneness and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use cooked chicken for a quicker option.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables.
  • This soup freezes well.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Chicken and Lentil Soup, Healthy Soup, Comfort Food