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A vibrant bowl of Greek lemon chicken soup featuring tender shredded chicken, bright yellow lemon broth, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a rustic wooden table with a warm ambiance.

Authentic Greek Lemon Chicken Soup Cozy Bright Delight

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A hearty, flavorful Greek lemon chicken soup with tender shredded chicken, fresh herbs, and a bright lemon broth.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup orzo or rice
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook until tender.
  2. In a bowl, whisk eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest together.
  3. Temper the egg mixture by gradually adding hot broth, then return to the pot.
  4. Add shredded chicken and fresh dill, simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, serve hot garnished with extra dill if desired.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine or a squeeze of fresh lemon before serving.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free grains)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg