Russian Chicken Meatball Soup

ground chicken

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork can be more economical.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter, and water with seasoning is cost-effective.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber, while crushed crackers are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, and canola oil is budget-friendly.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, diced carrot, and celery; cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

In a bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, bread crumbs, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper; mix well.

Form mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a golf ball.

Carefully drop meatballs into the boiling broth.

Add diced potatoes and bay leaves; reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook for 20-25 minutes, until meatballs are cooked through and potatoes are tender.

Stir in fresh dill and lemon juice before serving.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens