Healthy Maven
Looking for a filling and flavorful chicken lentil soup recipe? This delicious soup is packed full of veggies, spices and a great protein boost from chicken and lentils.
1. COOK CHICKEN
Heat a large soup pot over medium heat and add 1 tbsp of olive oil. Add chicken breasts to pot and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides for approx 3-5 minutes total. No need to cook all the way through, we are just browning. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
2. COOK VEGGIES
Add remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil to pot and top with carrots and onion. Cook until onions become translucent (about 5 minutes). Add in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
3. ADD SPICES + LENTILS
Add turmeric and cumin to pot and stir into veggie mixture. Top with lentils and desired salt and pepper.
4. SIMMER SOUP
Add chicken (and any juices on plate/bowl) back to pot and top with stock or water. Bring soup to a boil and then lower to a simmer, uncovered for 20-25 minutes.
5. SHRED CHICKEN
Using tongs remove chicken from pot and place on a cutting board. Cut into bite-sized pieces or shred using two forks. Add back into soup. Stir in kale or chard and squeeze in lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper until desired flavors reached.
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