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Creamy Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

A comforting Mediterranean-inspired soup made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, fresh lemon, and a creamy herb-infused broth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 8 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt plain
  • 2 lemons juiced and zested
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery until softened.
  2. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add chicken and chicken broth, then simmer until chicken is cooked.
  3. Remove chicken, shred, and set aside.
  4. Add orzo to the pot and cook until al dente.
  5. Whisk Greek yogurt with lemon juice and zest. Temper with hot broth.
  6. Stir mixture back into soup over low heat. Add chicken and herbs.
  7. Season to taste and serve warm.

Notes

Do not boil after adding yogurt to prevent curdling.