Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
A comforting and vibrant Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono) featuring tender chicken, zesty lemon, and orzo for a nourishing meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop / Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo (or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the chopped onion, diced carrots, diced celery, and minced garlic over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add the chicken breast into the pot, then pour in the chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the chicken: For the Instant Pot, seal the lid and cook on high pressure for 15 minutes; for stovetop, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Shred the chicken from the pot using two forks and return it back into the pot.
- Incorporate the orzo (or zucchini noodles) and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until tender.
- Finish by stirring in the fresh lemon juice and garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving.
Notes
Use fresh vegetables and herbs for enhanced flavor. Chill and skim fat if making ahead for a cleaner taste.