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greek lemon chicken soup

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup: Feel-Good Comfort in 30 Mins

A comforting Greek lemon chicken soup with fresh flavors.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken fillet, diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup rice
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine chicken, broth, water, carrots, onion, and garlic.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Add rice and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and lemon juice.
  5. Slowly add a ladle of hot soup to the egg mixture, stirring constantly.
  6. Pour the egg mixture back into the soup, stirring gently.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Notes

  • Adjust lemon juice to your taste.
  • Use leftover chicken for quicker preparation.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to three days.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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