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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup – A Bowl of Easy Recipes Comfort

This Greek Lemon Chicken Soup is the perfect choice for cozy, easy recipes that bring comfort and freshness to your table.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: Greek
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Servings: 4 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup orzo or rice
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Stir in the orzo (or rice) and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat to a simmer. Stir in the cooked chicken.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice.
  6. Slowly ladle 1 cup of the hot broth into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  7. Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the pot, stirring gently to combine. Do not let it boil.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience. For a thicker texture, try using rice instead of orzo.