Description
This vibrant and comforting 25 Minute Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup is a quick and healthy meal option featuring tender shredded chicken breasts, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon twist. Perfectly seasoned with thyme and garlic, this nourishing soup comes together effortlessly using the Instant Pot, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or anytime you crave a warm, homemade bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, large dice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 cups chicken stock
- juice from 1 lemon
- large handful fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Dice the yellow onion and cut the carrots into large pieces. Mince fresh thyme and squeeze juice from one lemon to have all ingredients ready.
- Add Ingredients to Instant Pot: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the Instant Pot. Add the diced onion, carrots, salt, lemon pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, and chicken stock on top. Give the mixture a quick stir to combine the seasonings evenly.
- Seal and Pressure Cook: Close the Instant Pot lid securely and set the valve to ‘seal.’ Cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes to allow the chicken and vegetables to cook thoroughly and flavors to meld.
- Release Pressure and Shred Chicken: Perform a manual pressure release carefully. Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks until tender and finely shredded.
- Combine and Final Seasoning: Return the shredded chicken to the Instant Pot. Stir in the fresh spinach, minced fresh thyme, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Add additional salt to taste to enhance the flavors.
- Serve: Ladle the warm soup into bowls and enjoy this bright, hearty lemon chicken soup immediately.
Notes
- This easy and quick-to-make soup is perfect for a light yet filling dinner in just 25 minutes.
- The Instant Pot greatly reduces cooking time while preserving fresh vegetable flavors and tender chicken texture.
- There are no noodles in this recipe, keeping it low-carb and gluten-free.
- Fresh lemon juice added at the end gives the soup a refreshing tang that balances savory herbs and spices.
- Feel free to add your favorite fresh herbs or extra vegetables like celery for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
