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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

A comforting and tangy Greek soup filled with chicken and fresh lemon flavors.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts cut into small pieces
  • 6 cups chicken broth preferably low-sodium
  • 1 cup orzo pasta or any small pasta
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup carrots diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juiced freshly
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced carrots and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  • Add the chicken pieces and sauté until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in orzo and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, dill, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

This soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread. For a creamy version, add a splash of heavy cream before serving.