Description
A delicious and comforting Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add diced carrots and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken breasts and orzo pasta, reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a creamier soup, add a splash of heavy cream before serving.
- Adjust the lemon juice according to your taste preference.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg