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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup for a Zesty Comforting Meal Recipe

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup for a Zesty Comforting Meal Recipe
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A zesty and comforting Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, known as Avgolemono, is a delicious and heartwarming meal perfect for any day. With a flavorful broth, tender orzo or rice, shredded chicken, and a bright lemon-egg finish, this soup is a bowl of pure joy.

Ingredients

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Soup:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup orzo or rice
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

Lemon-Egg Mixture:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)

Seasoning:

  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Cook onion, carrots, and celery until softened. Add garlic and cook briefly.
  2. Add Broth and Orzo: Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil. Stir in orzo or rice, simmer until tender.
  3. Combine Chicken: Stir in shredded chicken, keep soup warm.
  4. Prepare Lemon-Egg Mixture: Whisk eggs until frothy, slowly add lemon juice. Temper with hot soup broth.
  5. Thicken Soup: Pour tempered mixture back into the pot, cook gently until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh dill or parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

  • For richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • This soup can be made ahead and gently reheated, but avoid boiling after adding the egg-lemon mixture.

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