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Chicken, zucchini and lemon soup

A zesty take on classic chicken soup! With tender chicken, zucchini, spinach and a squeeze of lemon, this nourishing bowl is quick, protein-packed and perfect for busy nights.

  • Time to make: 30 mins
  • Serving: 4 people
Ratings: 4.8
Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 brown onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1 large zucchini/ courgette, diced
  • 400g chicken thigh fillets, cut into 2cm pieces
  • 250g pack microwavable brown rice
  • 2 cups reduced-salt chicken stock
  • 2 eggs
  • 100ml lemon juice
  • 120g spinach leaves
  • Always check food labels for allergens or trace warnings before buying your ingredients.
    Ingredients

    Instructions

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    1 Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion, garlic and zucchini for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    2 Add chicken and cook for a further 5 minutes. Add rice and stock with 3 cups water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

    3 Place eggs and lemon juice in a small bowl. With an electric beater or whisk, beat until eggs are frothy. Slowly pour egg mixture into soup and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Add spinach leaves.

    4 Divide among 4 bowls.

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