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Instant Pot Chicken Soup

This comforting chicken soup is made using an Instant Pot, combining tender shredded chicken, sweet carrots, crunchy celery, and fragrant herbs in a savory broth. The dish has a hearty yet light texture, with noodles or rice added for extra substance and a bright squeeze of lemon for freshness, finished in about 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts skinless, boneless
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 4 cups broth chicken or vegetable
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or parsley chopped
  • 1 cup noodles or rice optional, choose what you prefer
  • 1 lemon lemon for squeezing at the end
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and add diced onions, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until fragrant, with the vegetables softening and the mixture becoming slightly translucent.
  2. Add the chicken breasts on top of the sautéed vegetables, then pour in the broth. Sprinkle in chopped herbs and a pinch of salt. Seal the lid tightly.
  3. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then allow a natural release for 10 minutes before opening the lid carefully.
  4. Open the lid, shred the tender chicken with two forks, and stir it into the broth. If adding noodles or rice, stir them in now.
  5. Switch the Instant Pot to sauté mode again and cook the noodles or rice until tender, about 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the soup for a bright, zesty flavor. Let it sit for a couple of minutes to meld the flavors.
  7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra herbs if desired. Enjoy this cozy, nourishing bowl that’s perfect for chilly nights or when you need a quick comfort meal.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or herbs. For a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.