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Greek Chicken Orzo Soup

Greek Chicken Orzo Soup
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Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 8 cups high-quality chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Pour the chicken broth into the pot and add the dried oregano. Place the whole chicken breasts into the liquid. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate, shred it with two forks, and set it aside.
  3. Add the orzo pasta to the simmering broth. Cook the orzo for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until it is al dente. While the orzo is cooking, keep the soup at a gentle simmer so the liquid doesn’t evaporate too quickly.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until they are frothy. Slowly whisk in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. While whisking constantly, slowly pour two ladles of the hot soup broth into the egg mixture. This “tempers” the eggs so they don’t scramble when added to the pot.
  5. Turn the heat to low. Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the large pot, stirring constantly. Add the shredded chicken back into the soup. Stir gently for 2 minutes until the soup thickens slightly. Do not let it boil at this stage. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately.

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