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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup That Warms Your Soul Every Sip

Enjoy this Greek Lemon Chicken Soup that combines tangy lemon with savory chicken for a warm, comforting dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Use low-sodium broth for better control.
  • 2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is a convenient substitute.
For the Soup Texture
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Cook until al dente.
  • 3 large Eggs Whisk thoroughly before adding.
For the Flavor
  • ¼ cup Fresh Dill Substitute with dried dill if needed.
  • ½ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Always use freshly squeezed.
  • Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • Pepper Adjust according to taste.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Whisk
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, bring 6 cups of chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of orzo pasta to the simmering broth and cook according to package instructions, stirring occasionally.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and ½ cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice until well combined.
  4. Gradually pour in 1 cup of hot broth into the egg mixture while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.
  5. Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, stirring constantly over low heat.
  6. Add 2 cups of cooked, shredded chicken into the pot and let the soup simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in ¼ cup of chopped fresh dill and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with additional dill leaves. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 25gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use low-sodium chicken broth for better flavor control. Always use fresh ingredients for the best results.

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