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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup Recipe

This Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, also known as Avgolemono, is a comforting and tangy soup perfect for any season.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Greek
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cooked chicken, shredded
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • ½ cup Orzo pasta
  • 3 Eggs
  • 2 Lemons, juiced
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
  2. 2. Add the orzo pasta and cook until tender, about 9-10 minutes.
  3. 3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice until frothy.
  4. 4. Gradually add a ladle of hot broth to the egg mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
  5. 5. Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the pot, stirring constantly.
  6. 6. Add the shredded chicken and cook until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. 7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Lemon, Soup
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