Description
Lemon Chicken & Spaetzle Soup is a comforting yet bright dish made with tender chicken, soft spaetzle dumplings, and a light, citrusy broth. This easy homemade soup recipe is perfect for cozy dinners, combining rich flavors with refreshing lemon notes.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 cups spaetzle (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
Instructions
1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
2 carrots, sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 cups spaetzle (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish
Notes
For a lighter version, omit the cream or substitute with milk.Rotisserie chicken can be used to save time—add it after the broth simmers.Add spinach, kale, or peas for extra vegetables.Avoid boiling too rapidly to keep the chicken tender.Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently and add broth if needed.For freezing, omit spaetzle and add fresh when reheating for best texture.
