Greek Lemon Chicken Soup: Easy Comfort in Every Spoonful
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A comforting and flavorful Greek Lemon Chicken Soup that warms the soul.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; cook until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add rice and cook until tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken, lemon juice, and oregano; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, add more rice.
- Adjust lemon juice according to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 grams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg