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Hearty Red Lentil Chicken Soup

A comforting and hearty soup made with red lentils, chicken, and a mix of vegetables, perfect for chilly days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin if you’re feeling fancy.
  • 1 piece onion, diced Yellow onions are sweeter.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Use 5 cloves for more garlic flavor.
  • 2 pieces carrots, diced Added for color and nutrition.
  • 1 stalk celery, diced Use up leftover stalks.
  • 1 piece bell pepper, diced Optional ingredient.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Smoked paprika is a great option.
  • 1 cup red lentils Rinse well before cooking.
  • 4 cups chicken broth Low-sodium version recommended.
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, diced Use leftover roast chicken if available.
  • to taste teaspoon salt and pepper Season to your preference.
  • none Chopped parsley for garnish A nice touch for presentation.

Method
 

Sauté Your Veggies
  1. Heat the olive oil in a big pot over medium heat. Toss in the diced onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper.
Spice It Up
  1. Once the veggies are soft, sprinkle in the cumin and paprika. Stir that around for a minute.
Add the Lentils and Broth
  1. Pour in the lentils and broth. Give it a good stir.
Toss in the Chicken
  1. Add the diced chicken and bring the whole thing to a gentle boil.
Simmer Like You Mean It
  1. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Taste Test
  1. After 20 minutes, taste it! Add a little salt and pepper if necessary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 39gProtein: 22gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3g

Notes

For an extra zing, you can add a splash of lemon juice. Serve in oversized mugs for a comforting experience.
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