My Big Fat Greek Lemon Soup (Made Easy)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
My Big Fat Greek Lemon Soup (Made Easy) recipe for a comforting, flavorful dinner
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups chicken stock ( reserve 2 cups cold chicken stock )
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon seasoning ( My Big Fat Greek Seasoning )
4 tablespoons unsalted butter ( or 5 tablespoons for a richer soup )
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
1/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 cup reserved cold chicken stock
1 cup reserved cold chicken stock
4 tablespoons flour ( or 5 tablespoons for a thicker soup )
2 eggs
diced boneless skinless rotisserie-cooked chicken ( optional )
minced flat leaf parsley ( optional , to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
309
Sugar
5g
Fat
17g
My Big Fat Greek Lemon Soup (Made Easy) is a comforting and flavorful soup that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your dinner table. This soup is a twist on Avgolemono, a traditional Greek soup made with eggs, lemon, and chicken broth. With a few easy substitutions and shortcuts, you can make a delicious pot of soup in less than 30 minutes. This soup is perfect for a chilly evening or when you need a pick-me-up. The creamy broth, zesty lemon flavor, and hearty orzo pasta make it a satisfying meal all on its own.

Instructions

1.In a large soup pot, combine 3 cups chicken stock, fresh lemon juice, My Big Fat Greek Seasoning, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, finely grated fresh lemon zest, and uncooked orzo pasta. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups reserved cold chicken stock and flour until smooth. Slowly add the mixture to the soup pot, stirring constantly until well combined.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs until frothy. Slowly pour the eggs into the soup, whisking constantly until combined and soup has thickened.
4.Optional - add diced boneless skinless rotisserie-cooked chicken. Simmer for a few more minutes to heat chicken through.
5.Garnish with minced flat leaf parsley and serve hot.

PROS

This soup is easy to make and packed with flavor.
Lemon and Greek seasoning add a zesty kick to the creamy broth, while orzo pasta gives it a comforting texture.
This recipe can be easily adapted to add your favorite protein, like diced chicken or shrimp.

CONS

This soup is high in sodium due to the chicken stock.
It may not be suitable for those with high blood pressure or other health conditions that require a low-sodium diet.
The orzo pasta in the soup may be a trigger for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken soup has been a traditional remedy for the common cold for centuries. The light broth, lean chicken meat, and vitamin-rich veggies are believed to boost the immune system and promote healing. In addition to the immune-boosting benefits, the lemon and Greek seasoning in this soup provide anti-inflammatory properties.

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