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20 Minute Greek Lemon Chicken Soup - Olivia Adriance
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20-MINUTE GREEK LEMON CHICKEN SOUP (GF, DF)

Make a large batch of this cozy, protein-packed soup and enjoy all week long! The best part is that it’ll only take you 20 minutes tops. 
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course, Soups
Cuisine: American, Greek
Keyword: Bone broth soup, Dairy-free soup, Lemon and Orzo, Lemon chicken soup, One pot soups, Rotisserie chicken recipes
Servings: 6
Author: Olivia Adriance

Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery ribs, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 8 cups chicken bone broth
  • 1 cup uncooked stelline pasta (or orzo)
  • 4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 lemons, juiced (about 4 tablespoons)

Instructions

  • In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  • Stir in garlic and ginger, then season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 1 more minute.
  • Pour in the chicken bone broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add the pasta and shredded rotisserie chicken. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice.
  • Temper the eggs by slowly ladling in about 1/2 cup of hot broth to the egg and lemon mixture, while whisking constantly.
  • Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, stirring constantly to avoid curdling. Do not bring to a boil after this step.
  • Stir until silky and well combined. Garnish with parsley or additional lemon zest before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 389kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 668mg | Potassium: 621mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4150IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 51mg | Iron: 2mg