GREEK LEMON CHICKEN-ORZO SOUP

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Eggs thicken the broth in this lemony chicken soup. Rotisserie chicken and frozen peas and carrots help it cook quickly.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup orzo
1 large egg plus 2 egg yolks
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1 1/2 lemons)
1 3/4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
1 1/4 cups frozen peas and carrots

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the orzo and cook 2 minutes less than the label directs.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the egg, yolks, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk in the lemon juice. Reduce the heat under the orzo to low; scoop out 1 cup broth with a ladle and pour it into the egg mixture in a steady stream, whisking with the other hand. Then pour the egg mixture into the saucepan with the remaining broth and orzo in a steady stream, whisking constantly.
  • Stir the chicken into the soup. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often. Cook, stirring, until the soup thickens slightly, about 4 minutes. Stir in the peas and carrots and warm through.

Jalmun Kalim
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This soup is just okay. It's a bit too lemony for my taste and it's a bit too thin. I think I would have preferred it if it was a bit thicker and creamier.


LORDOFTHESIMPS
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This soup is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the bright and tangy flavor. I also like that it's a healthy soup.


Shifra k Fameican
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The soup was flavorful and the chicken was tender. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit with my family.


tony kamau
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of lemon and dill. I will definitely be making this again and again.


The__Mask__Man
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I thought this soup was just okay. The flavor was a bit too lemony for my taste. I also found the soup to be a bit too thin. I think I would have preferred it if it was a bit thicker and creamier.


Sierra Krug
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This soup is delicious! I love the combination of lemon and dill. The soup is also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Gm Sajid
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred it if it had a bit more spice. I also found the soup to be a bit too thin. I think I would have preferred it if it was a bit thicker and creamier.


Haneen_ Mohammed
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This soup is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the bright and tangy flavor. I also like that it's a healthy soup.


Osthir Asik
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. The soup was flavorful and the chicken was tender. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit with my family.


Almozard Jean Reynald
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of lemon and dill. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Shyam Tamang
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I thought this soup was just okay. The flavor was a bit too lemony for my taste. I also found the soup to be a bit too thin. I think I would have preferred it if it was a bit thicker and creamier.


Noor Han
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This soup is delicious! I made it for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the bright and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Isai Suriano
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors are well-balanced and the soup is very comforting. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdinasir Amin
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This is a great soup for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I like to add a little extra lemon zest and a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of spice.


Khalid Butt
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The soup was light and flavorful, and the chicken was tender and juicy. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was a hit with my family.


Sumer Sparrow
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This soup is a flavor explosion! The lemon and dill add a bright and refreshing taste, while the chicken and orzo make it hearty and filling. I will definitely be making this again.