Description
Experience the delightful warmth of Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fresh vegetables. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. In just seven simple steps, you can create a nourishing bowl of soup that’s both satisfying and flavorful. Its vibrant taste makes it a standout choice for any occasion. Serve it with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 cup orzo pasta (or rice)
- Juice and zest of 2 large lemons
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, add chicken breasts and cover with chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is cooked through (15-20 minutes). Remove chicken from the pot to cool.
- In another pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Shred the cooled chicken and add it back into the pot with the sautéed vegetables.
- Pour in orzo pasta along with additional broth if needed. Add lemon juice, zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is cooked through. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg