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 soup I am. It’s the perfect transition from summer to fall, it comes together in less than 30 minutes, it’s healthy, satisfying, should I go on?
You all know how much I love my slow cooker, but some nights I just don’t plan ahead and I need something quick and easy that still tastes like it’s been cooking all day.
Insert the Instant Pot.
In just 11-12 minutes (or less) your raw chicken will be cooked through, easily shreddable and perfect for this soup.
This is the kind of soup I think about when I hear the saying “chicken soup for the soul”. So simple and delicious.
Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Soup
A simple, healthy and delicious chicken soup for the soul.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 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
- 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.
- 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!
Krysten @freshfitkitchen
This looks amazing and so simple ! I will be trying f this one Laney!
Life is but a Dish
Yay!!
Stephanie
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.
Life is but a Dish
Im so glad you enjoyed it!!
Cara
What would be modification if I do t have the instant pot?
Life is but a Dish
You could do it on the stove top. Just saute the veggies for a few minutes then add the stock and shredded cooked chicken!
Ashley H.
Is there a recipe with cook times using a regular pot or crock pot? I don’t have an instant pot, unfortunately.
Life is but a Dish
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!
Lisa
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!
Life is but a Dish
I’m so so happy you like it and I love that addition!
Karly
YUM. This looks warm and delicious and like the perfect cure for the winter blues. Need to try ASAP!
Life is but a Dish
Yes it is!!
Ang
Any idea the time adjustment if starting with frozen chicken? Thx!
Life is but a Dish
I think about 15 or 16 minutes would work!
Paula
How much orzo do you use???
Life is but a Dish
There’s no orzo in this recipe.
Nikky
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.
Life is but a Dish
I’m SO happy to hear this! So glad you enjoyed.
Laurie
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!!!
Life is but a Dish
Yay, I’m so glad!