Description
Warm your soul with this Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, a comforting and vibrant dish that features tender chicken, zesty lemon, and fluffy orzo nestled in a rich broth. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, this soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/2 cup)
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion, carrots, and celery.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent (3-5 minutes).
- Add chicken breasts, carrots, celery, and broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer; stir in the orzo pasta. Cook for about 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Remove chicken from pot, shred it using forks, and return it along with lemon juice. Season to taste.
- Stir in parsley and oregano; let simmer for a few more minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soupmaking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg