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Chicken Soup with Dill

A heartwarming one-pot chicken soup enriched with fresh dill, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter For sautéing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup) Adds sweetness
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped (about 1 cup) For sweetness and color
  • 2 stalks celery, diced (about 1 cup) Adds crunch
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt Plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Seasoning
  • 4 large cloves garlic, minced For flavor
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger For warmth
Main Ingredients
  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth Base of the soup
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts Main protein
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill For flavor
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 medium lemon) Adds brightness

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the butter and olive oil.
  2. Once the butter begins to foam and lightly sizzle, add the onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the veggies begin to soften.
  3. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 more minute.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breasts. Bring the broth to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside on a rimmed plate to catch any juice. Once cool enough to handle, shred the meat with two forks.
  4. Return the shredded chicken (and juices) back to the pot over medium-low heat until heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the dill and lemon juice and season with additional salt if necessary.

Notes

For a heartier soup, add cooked noodles or rice. You can also use rotisserie chicken for even faster prep.