Easy Chicken Lentil Soup
Discover the comfort of Easy Chicken Lentil Soup – a nourishing dish that combines tender chicken, high-protein lentils, and an array of vibrant vegetables. This hearty soup is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep, delivering rich flavors with minimal effort. With smoky paprika and fresh greens, this one-pot wonder is both satisfying and healthy, making it a favorite among those seeking quick yet flavorful meals. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a bowlful of warmth that is sure to please the entire family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately six servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized chunks)
- 3 carrots (sliced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 14 oz fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 5 oz fresh spinach
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 1.5 cups green lentils
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 2 celery ribs (diced)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, celery, and minced garlic; cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken pieces; season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in lentils, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, and cumin; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 25 minutes or until lentils are tender.
- Stir in fresh spinach just before serving; allow it to wilt slightly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg