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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

A comforting, creamy, and zesty lemon chicken soup perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for quicker prep.
  • 6 cups chicken broth Can be substituted with vegetable broth for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1 cup orzo pasta (or rice) Cook separately if you prefer less starch.
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Essential for the flavor.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh dill or parsley for garnish Adds freshness to the dish.

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
  2. Add the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
  3. Stir in the orzo and cook according to package instructions.
  4. Add the shredded chicken, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Simmer for a few minutes to heat through.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill or parsley.

Notes

For meal prep, store the soup and orzo separately. Freezes well for up to 3 months.