Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, also known as Avgolemono, is a comforting and tangy soup that combines the flavors of chicken, lemon, and orzo pasta. This recipe from The Jam Jar Kitchen is easy to make and perfect for a cozy night in or a light lunch.
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil. 1 onion, diced. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 6 cups chicken broth. 1 cup cooked shredded chicken breast. 1/2 cup orzo pasta. 2 eggs. 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice. 1 tsp lemon zest. Salt and pepper to taste. 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, for garnish.
Instructions: Put olive oil in a big pot and heat it over medium-low heat. Put in the minced garlic and diced onion and saut until the onion is soft. Add the chicken broth and bring it to a low boil. Put in the orzo pasta and shredded chicken breast. Cook until the pasta is soft. Whisk the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a bowl. Pour the egg mixture into the soup slowly while stirring all the time to make egg ribbons. Add pepper and salt to taste. Add chopped fresh dill on top and serve hot.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
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