Description
Indulge in the flavors of the Mediterranean with this comforting and zesty Lemon Chicken Soup. Filled with tender chicken, fragrant lemon, and wholesome rice, this soup is a perfect blend of warmth and freshness.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced (~150 g)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups (1.5 liters) chicken broth
- ½ cup (100 g) uncooked rice (or swap for orzo pasta for a more traditional touch)
- 2 cups (300 g) cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached chicken breast works beautifully)
- 2 large eggs
- Juice of 2 lemons (about ½ cup or 120 ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, just until fragrant.
- Cook the Rice (or Orzo): Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add the rice and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Prepare the Egg-Lemon Mixture: While the rice cooks, whisk the eggs in a medium bowl until frothy. Slowly add the lemon juice, whisking constantly to combine.
- Temper the Egg-Lemon Mixture: Gradually ladle 1-2 cups of hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture, whisking continuously. Once tempered, slowly pour the mixture back into the pot, stirring as you go.
- Add Chicken and Season: Stir in the shredded chicken and let it heat through, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to boil the soup after adding the egg mixture—it can cause the creamy texture to separate. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls, top with a sprinkle of fresh dill, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 175mg
Keywords: Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup, Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe, Greek Lemon Soup
