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    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

    Oct 3, 2017 / by Laney Schwartz / 32 Comments(updated Jan 24, 2022)
    ★★★★★ from 6 reviews

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    A simple, healthy, delicious Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup that comes together in no time and will warm your soul. This soup is like a hug in a bowl.

    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

    You guys asked for it. Instant pot recipes, specifically soup – so here you have it! I cannot begin to tell you how in love with this Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup I am. It’s the perfect transition from summer to fall. It comes together in less than 30 minutes. It’s healthy and satisfying satisfying. Should I go on? I promise, you want to make this soup.

    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

    You all know how much I love my slow cooker, but some nights I just don’t plan ahead! I need something quick and easy that still tastes like it’s been cooking all day. However, if you want an awesome slow cooker soup recipe try my Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and Rice Soup.

    Insert the Instant Pot. And then, insert this Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup.

    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

    In just 11-12 minutes (or less) your raw chicken will be cooked through, easily shreddable, and perfect for this soup. It tastes like it’s been simmering on the stove top for hours! Your family will be thrilled and warmed.

    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

    This soup is what I think about when I hear the saying “chicken soup for the soul.” So simple and delicious. The lemon takes it to the next level and gives it a little something extra special.

    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup
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    Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

    ★★★★★ 5 from 6 reviews
    • Author: Laney Schwartz
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 25 minutes
    • Yield: 4 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Instant Pot
    • Cuisine: American
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    Description

    A simple, healthy, delicious Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup that comes together in no time and will warm your soul. This soup is like a hug in a bowl.


    Ingredients

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    • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 yellow onion, diced
    • 3 large carrots, large dice
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 6 cups chicken stock
    • juice from 1 lemon
    • large handful fresh spinach
    • 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme

    Instructions

    1. Place the chicken in the bottom of the Instant Pot. Add the onion, carrots, salt, lemon pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme and chicken stock. Give a quick stir then close the lid, making sure the valve is on seal.
    2. Cook on manual high pressure for 10 minutes. Manual release and remove chicken to shred with two forks. Place chicken back into the pot then stir in the spinach, thyme and fresh squeezed lemon juice. Add more salt to taste. Enjoy!

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    Filed Under: Dinner, Gluten Free, Healthy, Instant Pot & Slow Cooker, Lunch, Quick & Easy, Soups & Stews Tagged With: chicken soup, Instant Pot, instant pot soup, Life is but a Dish

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      Comments

    1. Robin

      January 05, 2022 at 3:35 pm

      This has become my go to soup when I don’t feel well. Such an easy and delicious recipe.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Laney Schwartz

        January 05, 2022 at 3:57 pm

        Yes, Robin!! Such an easy one and so nourishing!

    2. caroline

      May 01, 2021 at 10:13 am

      This soup is delicious. I have made it many times. I make it for friends who are sick and I want to make something easy, nourishing, and yummy. Always a big hit. I have stored it in out freezer for a easy light dinner.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    3. caroline

      May 01, 2021 at 10:08 am

      I love this soup. I bet I have made it 10 times since the pandemic started. I make it for friends who have been sick and I want some thing easy, nourishing and yummy to deliver. I have it stored in our freezer for easy light dinner.

      Reply
    4. Hailey

      January 04, 2021 at 8:35 pm

      My go too!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. Lina

      April 25, 2020 at 11:14 am

      Can you do it with just water?

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        April 27, 2020 at 12:43 pm

        Yes but you will probably need to add more seasoning to balance out the flavor

    6. Jen

      February 09, 2020 at 11:53 am

      Sounds yummy! Could this be made with a whole chicken instead?

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        February 14, 2020 at 2:32 pm

        Sure!

    7. Bianca

      October 30, 2019 at 1:28 pm

      How would it change if I wanted to add pasta shells to the recipe?

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        November 18, 2019 at 2:35 pm

        Just throw them in in the last 10 minutes or so

    8. Layne Schwabedissen

      August 30, 2019 at 5:12 pm

      Such a great soup! I love the added lemon, the simplicity, and the satisfying aspects of it. Thank you!

      Reply
    9. Laurie

      October 21, 2018 at 9:21 am

      I’ve made this soup twice now and it is just perfect. Excellent directions and so, so tasty.

      Thank you for this recipe, that will be a weekly staple during the cooler months!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        October 23, 2018 at 2:57 pm

        Yay, I’m so glad!

    10. Nikky

      March 19, 2018 at 12:49 pm

      This recipe was extremely simple, inexpensive, easy to make and it was DELICIOUS! So flavorful and filling while still being healthy. Will definitely make over and over again. Used a crock pot on low for 6 hours and it worked like a charm.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        March 19, 2018 at 1:22 pm

        I’m SO happy to hear this! So glad you enjoyed.

    11. Paula

      February 28, 2018 at 12:49 pm

      How much orzo do you use???

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        February 28, 2018 at 1:56 pm

        There’s no orzo in this recipe.

    12. Ang

      January 04, 2018 at 4:34 am

      Any idea the time adjustment if starting with frozen chicken? Thx!

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        January 05, 2018 at 4:27 pm

        I think about 15 or 16 minutes would work!

    13. Karly

      December 11, 2017 at 11:12 am

      YUM. This looks warm and delicious and like the perfect cure for the winter blues. Need to try ASAP!

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        December 11, 2017 at 2:39 pm

        Yes it is!!

    14. Lisa

      November 06, 2017 at 5:49 pm

      Delicious soup recipe! I’ve made it a few times now, easy and quick for a work night hearty meal. Tonight I added some frozen kabocha squash and added a minute. Can’t wait to try it out!

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        November 07, 2017 at 10:30 am

        I’m so so happy you like it and I love that addition!

    15. Ashley H.

      October 16, 2017 at 9:02 am

      Is there a recipe with cook times using a regular pot or crock pot? I don’t have an instant pot, unfortunately.

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        October 17, 2017 at 1:48 pm

        You can make it in the slow cooker on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 4-5 hours! Follow the same directions otherwise! Or on the stove top, just saute the veggies first then add precooked shredded chicken!

    16. Cara

      October 08, 2017 at 6:47 pm

      What would be modification if I do t have the instant pot?

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        October 08, 2017 at 8:50 pm

        You could do it on the stove top. Just saute the veggies for a few minutes then add the stock and shredded cooked chicken!

    17. Stephanie

      October 04, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      I made this tonight! It was wonderful. The chicken was so tender and the amount of lemon was perfect. I didn’t have lemon pepper so I used TJ everyday seasoning and I used TJ chicken broth.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        October 05, 2017 at 11:27 am

        Im so glad you enjoyed it!!

    18. Krysten @freshfitkitchen

      October 03, 2017 at 10:07 am

      This looks amazing and so simple ! I will be trying f this one Laney!

      Reply
      • Life is but a Dish

        October 03, 2017 at 2:49 pm

        Yay!!

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