Description
Creamy Dill Chicken Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken pieces in a rich, velvety broth, enhanced by the fresh flavors of dill and zesty lemon. This delightful soup is perfect for cozy family dinners or solo indulgence on chilly days. With its comforting aroma and creamy texture, this recipe promises to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large sweet onion, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken to the pot and cook until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, then bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Stir in the heavy cream, fresh dill, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition and color, consider incorporating diced carrots or peas. To make it dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or almond milk.