Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
Experience the warmth of Greek lemon chicken soup, a comforting bowl of tender chicken, zesty lemon, and hearty orzo, perfect for chilly nights. This easy-to-make dish combines aromatic garlic and fresh herbs for a delightful pick-me-up that’s sure to impress. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or main course, this soup wraps you in cozy flavors that feel like home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 large fresh lemons, juiced and zested
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and zesting lemons.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from pot.
- Sauté minced garlic in the same pot for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Add orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes).
- Stir in spinach or kale until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Squeeze lemon juice into the pot; season with salt, pepper, and fresh dill. Return shredded chicken to the pot.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional dill if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute vegetables based on availability; both kale and spinach work well. Adjust lemon juice for desired tartness. For quicker prep, consider using rotisserie chicken.