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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup combining tender chicken, fresh lemon juice, and creamy egg, perfect for any meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: greek lemon chicken soup, Avgolemono, comfort food, easy recipes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breasts
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish
  • Lemon slices for serving

Instructions

  • In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  • Add chicken breasts and cook until fully done, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken and let it cool.
  • Add orzo pasta to the broth and cook for 8-10 minutes until tender.
  • While pasta cooks, shred the cooled chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a bowl, whisk together eggs and lemon juice until frothy.
  • Temper the egg mixture by slowly adding a ladle of hot broth, whisking constantly.
  • Gradually stir the tempered egg mixture back into the pot.
  • Return shredded chicken to the pot and heat through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1g