A light, brothy soup bursting with fresh spring vegetables, tender shredded chicken, and aromatic herbs.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 14 oz)
→ Vegetables
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
04 - 1 cup fresh or frozen peas
05 - 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
06 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Broth & Aromatics
08 - 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 1 bay leaf
10 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
13 - Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
14 - Olive oil for sautéing
# Steps:
01 - Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots, sautéing for 4-5 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Pour in the chicken broth and add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil.
04 - Add the chicken breasts to the pot. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
05 - Remove the cooked chicken to a plate and shred using two forks into bite-sized pieces.
06 - Add the diced zucchini and peas to the soup. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
07 - Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the parsley and lemon juice if using. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
08 - Remove the bay leaf. Ladle into bowls, garnish with additional fresh parsley, and serve hot.
