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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup: Your Cozy Mediterranean Escape

Enjoy a warm bowl of Greek Lemon Chicken Soup that combines tender chicken and bright orzo in a zesty broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 6 cups chicken broth Using low-sodium helps maintain a lighter flavor.
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver.
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Cook until al dente for the best texture.
  • 2 large eggs Temper them with hot broth for smoothness.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill Can substitute with 1-2 teaspoons dried dill.
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Preferably freshly squeezed.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
  1. Pour 6 cups of chicken broth into a large pot and place it over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes until warmed through.
  2. Add 1 cup of orzo pasta to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs and the juice of 1 fresh lemon until fully combined. Set aside.
  4. Slowly pour 1 cup of the hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.
  5. Gradually whisk the tempered egg mixture back into the pot with the remaining soup while stirring continuously for about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Stir in 2 cups of cooked shredded chicken and let it simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Add in 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, stirring in salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately, garnishing with extra dill if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and maintain the right texture in orzo by cooking until al dente.

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