Description
Creamy Greek Lemon Chicken Soup is the ultimate comfort dish that warms the soul with its delightful flavors. Combining tender chicken, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs, this soup creates a cozy dining experience perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with loved ones. Its creamy texture comes from a unique blend of egg yolks and lemon juice, giving it a rich, velvety finish that will leave everyone asking for more. Whether enjoyed as a light dinner or a hearty lunch, this recipe is versatile and healthy, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion (diced)
- 1 carrot (diced)
- 3 celery stalks (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 12 oz chicken breast (cut into pieces)
- 6.5 cups chicken stock
- 0.75 cup orzo
- Juice of 1.5 lemons
- 2 egg yolks
- Fresh dill, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrot, celery, and garlic until softened (5–7 minutes).
- Add chicken pieces and chicken stock, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in orzo and cook for about 10 minutes until al dente.
- In a separate bowl, whisk lemon juice and egg yolks together.
- Remove the soup from heat and gradually stir in the lemon mixture to avoid curdling. Season with dill, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg