– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup couscous
– 4 cups chicken broth
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 carrots, sliced
– 2 celery stalks, sliced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon (juice and zest)
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Creating your Lemon Chicken Couscous Soup is a breeze when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3. Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in the pot and cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Add Broth and Herbs: Pour in the chicken broth, then add thyme and oregano. Bring to a boil.
5. Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Shred Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the pot. Allow them to cool slightly, then shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
7. Add Couscous: Stir the couscous into the soup. Allow it to cook for about 5 minutes, or until it’s tender.
8. Combine Ingredients: Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the lemon juice and zest. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
These steps will guide you through creating an incredible bowl of Lemon Chicken Couscous Soup effortlessly.