Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

This Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a light and flavorful recipe, which uses chicken breast and fresh lemon juice. It’s a comforting Greek-inspired meal that’s perfect for any season, ready in about 5 hours and 15 minutes.

Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 1 large stalk celery, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken stock (homemade or low sodium)
• 2 cups water (or more chicken stock for richer flavor)
• ½ cup uncooked orzo pasta
• ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
• 2 large eggs
• Salt and pepper, to taste

How To Make Crock Pot Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

1. Combine ingredients: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken, onion, celery, garlic, stock, and water to the crock pot.
2. Cook the soup: Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 4–5 hours. Add the orzo during the last hour of cooking to avoid overcooking.
3. Shred chicken: Remove chicken, shred or chop into chunks, and return to the soup.
4. Prepare egg-lemon mixture: In a bowl, beat eggs lightly, whisk in lemon juice, and slowly temper with 1 cup of hot soup broth—adding a few drops at a time while whisking constantly.
5. Combine and serve: Stir tempered egg mixture back into the soup, season with salt and pepper, and serve warm.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use bone-in chicken?
  Yes, bone-in chicken adds more flavor—remove bones before serving.
• How to avoid curdled eggs?
  Temper eggs slowly by whisking in hot broth gradually.
• Can I add vegetables?
  Carrots or spinach can be added for extra color and nutrition.
• Make it more lemony:
  Add extra lemon juice at the end for a brighter flavor.

What To Serve With Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Pair this soup with:

• Warm pita bread or crusty baguette
• Greek salad with feta and olives
• Roasted vegetables or grilled zucchini

How To Store Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Refrigerate:
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave.

Freeze:
Best frozen without orzo, as pasta softens when thawed. Add fresh orzo after reheating.

Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 234 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 21 g
• Protein: 24 g
• Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Cholesterol: 115 mg
• Sodium: 346 mg
• Sugar: 4 g
• Fiber: 1 g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook orzo separately?
Yes, cook orzo separately and stir it in before serving to avoid soggy pasta.

Can I make this dairy-free?
This recipe is naturally dairy-free; just ensure chicken broth is dairy-free.

Can I add spinach or kale?
Yes, stir in fresh greens during the last 5–10 minutes of cooking.

How can I make it richer?
Add an extra egg or use more chicken stock instead of water.

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