Description
Looking for the best Greek lemon chicken soup that feels comforting and fresh at the same time? This easy and quick recipe is a simple healthy idea made with tender chicken bright lemon and creamy egg broth. Perfect for cozy dinners family meals holidays or meal prep this soup is nourishing satisfying and beginner friendly. It comes together smoothly and delivers classic flavor in every bowl making it a reliable choice when you want something warm light and comforting.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 3/4 cup orzo pasta
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté onion carrots and celery for 6 to 8 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add chicken breasts and cook for 15 minutes until tender.
- Remove chicken shred it and return it to the pot.
- Add orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until tender.
- Whisk eggs with lemon juice in a bowl then slowly temper with hot broth.
- Stir egg mixture into soup gently and cook on low heat until creamy.
- Season with salt pepper and fresh dill then serve warm.
Notes
- Do not boil after adding eggs.
- Add extra broth if soup thickens.
- Fresh lemon juice is essential for flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 165mg