french-lentil-and-carrot-soup

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French Lentil and Carrot Soup

It’s crazy how just a few ingredients can make such a difference. Using finely chopped rotisserie chicken in this recipe makes it perfect for a busy weeknight meal, but you can leave the chicken out if you prefer

Ingredients

  • 5 large carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1-1/2 cups dried green lentils, rinsed
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
  • 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

Directions

 

  1. Combine the first 7 ingredients in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker; cover. Cook on low 6-8 hours or until lentils are tender.
  2. Stir in chicken and cream. Cover and continue cooking until heated through, about 15 minutes longer.