Lentil Soup With Grilled Chicken(Or W/O Chicken)

Name: Lentil Soup With Grilled Chicken(Or W/O Chicken)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup red lentil; 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 -2 carrot, finely chopped; 1 -2 celery rib, finely chipped; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 large tomatoes, halved chopped (seeds removed); 6 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 large bay leaf and 2 small bay leaf (ves); 1 teaspoon dried marjoram; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 cup buttermilk (optional); salt and pepper; freshly grated parmesan cheese; balsamic vinegar

Servings: persons

1 cup red lentil
2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 -2 carrot, finely chopped
1 -2 celery rib, finely chipped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
2 large tomatoes, halved chopped (seeds removed)
6 cups low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 large bay leaf and 2 small bay leaf (ves)
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk (optional)
salt and pepper
freshly grated parmesan cheese
balsamic vinegar

1
Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 60 minutes for a moist flavourful chicken(optional) Prior to grilling chicken brush with oil flavoured with garlic.
2
Wash lentils in cold water drain and pick out discoloured ones.
3
Heat the oil and saute onion carrot, celery until tender.
4
then add tomatoes, and garlic and saute a bit longer.
5
Add lentils, stock, tomato paste and marjorum.
6
Bring soup to a simmer for about 20 minutes.
7
Skim off foam as lentils cook.
8
As soup cooks, grill chicken tenders or skinless/boneless breasts.
9
When ready, ladle soup into bowls, slice chicken and fan out on top of soup.
10
Parmesan and balsamic are for guest to sprinkle on the soup to their taste and really do add to the flavour of this soup.

1296

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

133

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup red lentil, 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 -2 carrot, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Lentil Soup With Grilled Chicken(Or W/O Chicken) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!