Description

This Lemon Rosemary Chicken Soup is a comforting, light, and aromatic soup packed with vibrant flavors. The combination of fresh lemon, rosemary, and thyme enhances the hearty broth, making it perfect for cozy evenings. With tender chicken and kluski egg noodles, this soup offers both nourishment and warmth. It’s a delicious way to use up leftover chicken or slow-cooked chicken for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Soup:

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 short celery stalks, sliced
Kosher salt, to taste
2 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, finely chopped
Zest of 1 small to medium lemon (about 1 teaspoon)
8 to 10 cups low-sodium chicken broth (read notes in instruction step 2)
3 cups leftover chicken, shredded or chopped (read the recipe notes for slow-cooked chicken)
2 tablespoons lemon juice (more or less to your preference)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 to 8 ounces kluski egg noodles

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

Cook the Vegetables:
In a large soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook until softened, about 6-8 minutes. Season with kosher salt to taste.
Add Garlic and Herbs:
Add the minced garlic, fresh rosemary, and thyme to the pot, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add the lemon zest and stir to combine.
Add Broth and Chicken:
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Once simmering, add the shredded or chopped leftover chicken to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Cook the Noodles:
Add the kluski egg noodles to the pot and cook according to the package instructions, usually 7-9 minutes. If using fresh noodles, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Add Lemon Juice and Season:
Stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. If you prefer a more pronounced lemon flavor, add more lemon juice as needed.
Serve:
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot. Garnish with additional fresh rosemary or thyme if desired.

Notes

Chicken Broth: You can adjust the amount of chicken broth to your preferred soup consistency, adding more for a lighter soup or less for a heartier, more concentrated flavor.
Chicken: If you don’t have leftover chicken, you can cook chicken breasts or thighs ahead of time or even slow-cook your own chicken to shred. Adding a little of the slow-cooked chicken broth will enhance the flavor of the soup.
Noodles: If you don’t have kluski noodles, you can use any egg noodle, small pasta, or even rice.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American