Add the chicken and cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the oregano, basil, thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Stir until the chicken and vegetables are coated with the seasonings.
Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato paste, cabbage, potato, and bay leaf. Stir until combined.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and cover the Dutch oven. Simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaf.
Add the parsley and lemon juice. Stir until combined.
Notes
Serving Size: 1⅔ Cups Chicken Cabbage Tomato soup
Tips and Tricks
Cut the chicken evenly - Keep the chicken pieces close to the same size so they finish cooking at the same time.Keep the potato pieces small - Bite-sized potato pieces cook more evenly and are easier to eat with a spoon.Cut the cabbage into spoon-sized pieces - Smaller cabbage pieces are easier to serve and eat.Add broth to leftovers - The potatoes and cabbage may absorb some broth during storage. Stir in a small amount of broth or water before reheating.
Storing and Reheating
Refrigerate - Cool the soup and store it in an airtight container for up to 4 days.Freeze - Store the cooled soup in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. The potatoes may become softer after thawing.Reheat on Stovetop - Place the soup in a saucepan and warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add a small amount of broth or water if needed.Reheat in Microwave - Place one serving in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover loosely and heat in short intervals, stirring between each interval.