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Close-up view of a bowl of Avgolemono, Greek lemon chicken soup, with visible chicken pieces and herbs.
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Avgolemono — Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A comforting Greek lemon chicken soup with tender chicken, orzo, and fresh dill, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 2-3 stalks celery stalks, diced

garlic

  • 2-3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

protein

  • 2 chicken breasts chicken breasts (about 12 oz / 350 g total)

liquids

  • 6 cups chicken stock

pasta

  • 3/4 cup orzo

seasonings

  • 1 lemon juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 egg yolks egg yolks

herbs

  • a handful fresh dill

seasoning

  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil and cook onion, carrot, and celery until softened (8-10 min).
  • Add garlic, bay leaves, chicken, and stock; bring to boil, then simmer 15 min.
  • Remove chicken and bay leaves; add orzo and cook 10 min.
  • Shred chicken, return to pot. Whisk egg yolks and lemon juice, temper with soup, then add back and cook 5 min.
  • Stir in dill, season, and serve immediately with extra dill if desired.

Notes

Use fresh dill for best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: chicken, dill, Lemon