Lemony Chicken Noodle Soup

Serves: 4

Total time: 45 minutes

Active time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, chopped

• 2 stalks celery, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 bay leaf

• 6 cups chicken or vegetable stock

• 1 tbsp lemon zest

• 8 oz egg noodles

• 2 cups shredded, cooked chicken

• Juice of 1 lemon

• ½ cup parsley

• Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. 

2. Add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5-6 minutes, or until vegetables begin to soften.

3. Add the garlic, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes.

4. Add the bay leaf, stock, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

5. Add the noodles and chicken, cooking for 8-10 minutes, or until noodles are tender. 

6. Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and garnish with parsley.