Golden Chicken Lentil Soup
Equipment
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon or ladle
- Chopping board
- Knife
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Sauté Aromatics
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add Spices
- Stir in minced garlic, ground turmeric, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Simmer Soup
- Pour in chicken broth and add rinsed red lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
Add Chicken
- Stir in shredded cooked chicken and lemon juice. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Serve
- Ladle the golden chicken lentil soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
This golden chicken lentil soup is perfect for meal prep. Simply store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for longer-term enjoyment. Just reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.