Ingredients
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 medium carrots, sliced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup cooked rice or orzo pasta
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Greek Lemon Chicken Soup is a straightforward process if you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onions, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Add Chicken: Place the boneless chicken breasts into the pot, ensuring they’re surrounded by the vegetables.
4. Pour in Broth: Add the chicken broth to the pot, bringing it to a gentle boil.
5. Simmer: Reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Cook Rice or Orzo: While the soup is simmering, cook your rice or orzo according to the package instructions. Set aside.
7. Remove Chicken: After 20 minutes, remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.
8. Return Chicken: Add the shredded chicken back to the pot.
9. Add Flavors: Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Combine Rice or Orzo: If using, add the cooked rice or orzo to the soup. Stir well and heat through for another 5 minutes.
11. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill or parsley.
These clear steps will guide you through making this wonderful soup effortlessly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6-8 servings
- Calories: 265 kcal per serving
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 25g