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Lemon Herb Chicken & Mushroom Soup with Ditalini

This hearty yet light soup combines the flavors of lemon, herbs, and chicken for a comforting meal perfect for busy days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 330

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
  • 1 unit lemon (juice and zest)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon thyme fresh is best if you have it!
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and add to the pot. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Once done, remove and set aside to cool.
  2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and mushrooms. Sauté until the onions turn translucent and the mushrooms are tender—about 5 minutes. Then, add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. While it’s heating up, chop your chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss it back into the pot.
  4. Add the ditalini pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions, typically around 8-10 minutes. Stir it every now and then so your pasta doesn’t stick together.
  5. Once your pasta is cooked to perfection, stir in the lemon juice, zest, oregano, and thyme. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option, or substitute ditalini with small shells or broken spaghetti. Freezer-friendly: skip adding pasta if you plan to freeze the soup.