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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup: A Creamy, Comforting Bowl of Sunshine

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup is a creamy, comforting bowl of sunshine, packed with tender chicken and vibrant lemon flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced (~150 g)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup uncooked rice (or orzo pasta)
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or poached chicken breast)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • fresh dill (chopped, for garnish)
  • lemon wedges (for serving)

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, just until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil. Add the rice and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  3. While the rice cooks, whisk the eggs in a medium bowl until frothy. Slowly add the lemon juice, whisking constantly to combine.
  4. Gradually ladle 1-2 cups of hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture, whisking continuously. Once tempered, slowly pour the mixture back into the pot, stirring as you go.
  5. Stir in the shredded chicken and let it heat through, about 5 minutes. Be careful not to boil the soup after adding the egg mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls, top with a sprinkle of fresh dill, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is versatile and allows for ingredient substitutions based on your pantry. Adjust the lemon flavor to your preference.

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