Best 10 Slow Cooker Lemony Chicken Soup Recipes

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Get ready to dive into a delightful culinary journey as we present you with a selection of tantalizing "Slow Cooker Lemony Chicken Soup" recipes. These recipes are meticulously crafted to bring you a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings. Whether you prefer a classic, tangy lemon flavor or a unique twist with herbs and spices, we've got you covered. Each recipe is carefully curated to ensure that the perfect balance of zesty lemon, succulent chicken, and aromatic herbs comes together effortlessly in your slow cooker. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you feeling refreshed, nourished, and utterly satisfied.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-COOKER LEMONY CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This is a classic chicken noodle soup with bright lemony flavor. Because the noodles are whole-wheat, they have added pleasant chewiness-not to mention more fiber and nutrients-than the regular variety. Pair this delicious soup with crusty bread and red wine.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Healthy Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 4h25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds bone-in, skinless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 ¾ teaspoons kosher salt
8 cups unsalted chicken stock
1 ½ cups chopped yellow onions (from 1 onion)
1 cup diagonally sliced carrots (from 1 to 2 carrots)
1 cup diagonally sliced celery (from 2 celery stalks)
1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic (from 2 garlic cloves)
3 fresh thyme sprigs
8 ounces uncooked whole-wheat egg noodles
½ teaspoon lemon zest plus 1/3 cup fresh juice (from 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Sprinkle the chicken with the pepper and 1/2 teaspoon of the salt. Add the chicken to the skillet; cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a 6-quart slow cooker. Stir the stock, onions, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme sprigs and remaining 1 1/4 teaspoons salt into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW until the vegetables are tender, about 3 hours and 30 minutes. Add the noodles; cover and cook on LOW until the noodles are al dente and the chicken is done, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Discard the thyme sprigs.
  • Remove the chicken from the slow cooker; cool slightly. Remove and discard the bones from the chicken. Shred the chicken using 2 forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker; stir in the lemon zest, juice and parsley. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 619 mg, Sugar 4 g

SLOW COOKER LEMON CHICKEN SOUP



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This easy slow cooker lemon chicken soup is perfect for the busy family. Made with zucchini noodles, this low carb soup is perfect to prep in the morning and will warm you up during the fall and winter months.

Provided by Valerie Skinner

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
1.5 cup White Onion (diced)
1 cup Carrots (cut into rounds)
1 cup Celery (diced)
2 tsp Garlic (minced)
4 cups Zucchini Noodles (raw)
1 Lemon (zest)
2 Lemons (juiced)
6 cups Chicken Stock
2 tsp Avocado Oil
2 Bay Leaves
1 tsp Dried Thyme
1 tsp Dried Rosemary
1 tsp Dried Sage
2 tsp Sea Salt
1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley (chopped)
**Use 1 tbsp [Poultry Seasoning] in place of thyme (rosemary and sage)

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tsp Avocado oil in large skillet over medium high heat. Add chopped garlic, onion, celery, carrots, thyme, rosemary, sage, salt and pepper. Saute until vegetables begin to soften or until onions are translucent. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
  • Trim fat from chicken breasts and filet each chicken breast long ways into 2 thin pieces each. Add to the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Add cooked vegetables on top of chicken, then add chicken stock, bay leaves, lemon zest and lemon juice.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours until chicken breast is cooked all the way through.
  • Once chicken is cooked, remove with tongs and shred. Add chicken back in and remove bay leaves.
  • Stir in raw zucchini noodles. Adjust seasonings if needsd and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 213 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Sodium 750 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

SLOW COOKER LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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The best kind of comfort food you can make right in your crockpot! Even the uncooked orzo cooks in the slow cooker!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Categories     entree

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 cups chicken stock
1 medium sweet onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery ribs, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup orzo pasta, uncooked
4 cups baby spinach
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Steps:

  • Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden, about 4-5 minutes. Place chicken into a 6-qt slow cooker. Stir in chicken stock, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, rosemary and bay leaf; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours. Uncover and stir in pasta; cover and cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes, or until tender. Stir in spinach until wilted. Stir in lemon juice; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.

SLOW-COOKER LEMONY CHICKEN SOUP



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This lemony, herbal take on chicken soup highlights produce, but the basic technique is useful any time you want chicken soup with minimum effort. Slow-cooking chicken in stock creates a richly flavored, double-concentrated stock. Homemade stock is ideal, but you can also use your favorite store-bought stock. Stock concentrate paste like Better Than Bouillon is particularly good because it is natural-tasting, cost-effective and keeps in the fridge for a very long time. (Check the jar for how to reconstitute the paste. For this soup, no need to use boiling water; tap water works fine.) This recipe is flexible: If peas and asparagus aren't available, substitute two cups of quick-cooking vegetables, like fresh or frozen corn, baby spinach or arugula, or thinly sliced zucchini. Instead of tortellini, you can add an equivalent amount of cooked pasta or grains.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 7h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups chicken stock or broth
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 leeks, white and light green parts only, halved lengthwise then thinly sliced crosswise (about 2 cups)
2 carrots, sliced about 1/2-inch thick
2 celery stalks, sliced about 1/2-inch thick
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Black pepper and kosher salt
1 lemon, juiced (2 to 3 tablespoons)
1 cup sliced asparagus (about 12 ounces, trimmed and sliced 1/2-inch thick)
1 cup fresh or frozen peas
9 ounces refrigerated spinach-cheese tortellini (optional; see Tip)
1/2 cup chopped soft fresh herbs, such as dill, mint, tarragon, parsley, chives or a mixture

Steps:

  • In a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker, combine the stock, chicken, leeks, carrots, celery, garlic, red-pepper flakes, onion powder and several generous grinds of black pepper. Add 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt if using salted stock, 1 teaspoon kosher salt if using low-sodium stock or 2 teaspoons kosher salt if using unsalted stock. Cover and cook on low until the chicken and vegetables are very tender, about 7 hours.
  • Increase the heat to high. Using two forks, tear apart the chicken into bite-size pieces. Add the lemon juice, asparagus, peas and tortellini, if using, to the soup. Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender to crisp-tender, and the tortellini is cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in the herbs; season to taste with salt and pepper. Divide among bowls to serve.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN NOODLE SOUP



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This slow cooker version of the classic soup is super easy to make. We used chicken thighs because they're less expensive than breasts and tend not to dry out. If you like, skip the noodles and stir in your favorite cooked grain at the end.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces carrots, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 3 large carrots)
6 ounces celery, sliced 1/4 inch thick (about 5 large stalks)
1/4 small onion, peeled and root end intact
2 large sprigs parsley, plus 1/4 cup chopped leaves
2 large sprigs thyme
1 bay leaf
Kosher salt
2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
6 ounces wide egg noodles (about 4 cups)
1 to 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Toss the carrots and celery together in the slow cooker. Add the onion, sprigs parsley, thyme, bay leaf and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Rub the chicken thighs all over, including under the skin, with 1 teaspoon salt total, and put them on top of the vegetables. Add the chicken broth. Cover, and cook on low for 8 hours. During the last 15 minutes of cooking, remove the chicken and stir in the noodles.
  • While the noodles cook, remove and discard the chicken skin and bones and shred the chicken-it will mostly fall apart on its own. When the noodles are done, turn off the cooker, remove the parsley and thyme stems, and add the shredded chicken and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Taste, and add more lemon juice and salt as needed. Stir in a good amount of pepper and the chopped parsley, and serve hot.

LEMONY CHICKEN SOUP



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While living in California, I enjoyed a delicious chicken-lemon soup at a local restaurant. When I returned to Texas, I experimented with many versions before landing on this one. -Brenda Tollett, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth, milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. , Stir in chicken, lemon juice and seasonings; heat through over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

SLOW-COOKED LEMON CHICKEN



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Garlic, oregano and lemon juice give spark to this memorable main dish. It's easy to fix-just brown the chicken in a skillet, then let the slow cooker do the work. I like to serve this dish to company. -Walter Powell, Wilmington, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 bone-in chicken breast halves (12 ounces each), skin removed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Combine the oregano, seasoned salt and pepper; rub over chicken. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the chicken in butter; transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add water, lemon juice, garlic and bouillon to the skillet; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits. Pour over chicken. , Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours. Baste chicken with cooking juices. Add parsley. Cover and cook 15-30 minutes longer or until meat juices run clear. Serve with rice. (If desired, cooking juices may be thickened before serving.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 431mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 56g protein.

SLOW COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN SOUP WITH LEMON, RICE AND DILL



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This lightly creamy and incredibly comforting soup is all about the almost-austere interplay of chicken, broth, white rice and lemon. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice: Any variety will work. Tempering the yolks (slowly whisking hot broth into them) ensures that they will emulsify and thicken the soup, and not scramble. Use a half cup of lemon juice for an assertively tart soup, but, for a gentler effect, use the smaller amount. If you prefer, you can use an equivalent weight of chicken legs instead of thighs.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 6h20m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large yellow onion, peeled and quartered
2 carrots, peeled, trimmed and halved
2 celery stalks, halved
5 large garlic cloves, peeled
1 bay leaf
3 1/2 to 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 8 thighs)
6 cups chicken broth or stock
Black pepper
Kosher salt
2 cups cooked white rice
1/3 to 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 large lemons), more as needed
4 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sour cream
1 small bunch dill, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the onion, carrot, celery, garlic and bay leaf in a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker. Pull the skin off half of the thighs and discard it (or save to render the fat at another time). Add the chicken to the slow cooker and top with broth. Season generously with pepper. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt if you are using low-sodium broth or 1 teaspoon salt if using homemade unsalted stock. (Do not add salt now if you are using fully salted broth.) Cover and cook on low for at least 4 hours and up to 6 hours. If it's more convenient, you can let the slow cooker switch to warm after 6 hours. The soup will hold on warm for about another 2 hours before the chicken starts to dry out.
  • With a spoon or ladle, skim and discard any obvious foam and fat from the top of the soup. With tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and vegetables to a bowl and strain the broth. Discard the vegetables (or if they still have flavor, set them aside for a snack) and let the chicken cool while you finish the soup. Return the broth to the slow cooker, and switch the heat to high. Stir in the rice, cover and let the soup heat up until it is at least steaming hot, or bubbling a bit around the edges, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk the lemon juice, egg yolks and sour cream in a medium bowl until creamy and combined. Dip a liquid measuring cup into the hot broth. While whisking constantly, very slowly drizzle about 2 cups of hot broth into the lemon juice mixture until fully combined and smooth. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker with the rest of the soup and whisk for another minute or so, until the soup starts to thicken enough to lightly coat the back of a spoon. Coarsely shred the chicken meat and add it into the soup, discarding the bones and skin. Stir in the dill and taste the soup. Add salt if necessary, and more lemon juice and black pepper if you like. If the soup isn't hot enough, cover and let heat on high for another 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 858, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 52 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 1711 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SLOW COOKER LEMON CHICKEN



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Stuffed with onion and cooked with a buttery skin and fresh herbs, this slow cooker lemon chicken is perfect for busy weeknights.

Provided by KURSTIE

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 to 3 1/2 pound) whole chicken
¼ cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ sprig fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken well and pat dry; remove any excess fat. Place onion in the cavity and rub skin with butter. Place in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  • Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and sprinkle with parsley, salt, paprika, and thyme leaves. Cover and cook on Low until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 9 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 107.2 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 288.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

SLOW COOKER LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN II



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Seasoned, browned chicken breasts slow cooked with lemon juice, garlic, and chicken bouillon. A wonderful 'fix and forget' recipe that is easy and pleases just about everyone. Great served with rice or pasta, or even alone.

Provided by Carla Joy

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture into chicken. Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken in butter for 3 to 5 minutes on each side. Place chicken in a slow cooker.
  • In the same skillet, mix the water, lemon juice, garlic, and bouillon. Bring the mixture to boil. Pour over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cover, and cook on High for 3 hours, or Low for 6 hours. Add the parsley to the slow cooker 15 to 30 minutes before the end of the cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 88.2 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 29.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 347.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For the best flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts or thighs. The bones and skin will add flavor to the soup.
  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your soup the best flavor. If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen vegetables, but be sure to thaw them before adding them to the soup.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is tough and chewy. To prevent overcooking, cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
  • Season to taste: Once the soup is finished cooking, taste it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as cooked rice, noodles, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Slow cooker lemony chicken soup is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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