Description
Greek lemon rice soup with chicken is a heartwarming dish that combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and creamy rice in a delightful bowl of comfort. This easy-to-make recipe captures the essence of tradition and family gatherings, making it perfect for cozy dinners or when you need a little pick-me-up. With its bright flavors and nourishing ingredients, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 eggs (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: mince garlic and dice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown. Add minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in warm chicken broth and bring to a boil. Stir in rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice, dill or parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.
- For creaminess (optional), whisk eggs in a bowl with some hot broth before slowly stirring back into the pot.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional herbs or lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg