Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty lemon for a wholesome meal. This incredible 7-step recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely family dinners. The combination of aromatic herbs and bright citrus notes elevates this soup to a new level of deliciousness. Enjoy it as a main course or alongside a refreshing salad – either way, it’s sure to please everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 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, place the chicken breasts and cover them with chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is fully cooked (about 15-20 minutes). Remove the chicken and let it cool.
- In another pot, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Shred the cooled chicken into bite-sized pieces and return it to the pot with the sautéed vegetables.
- Pour in the orzo pasta along with the chicken broth. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Allow the soup to simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg