Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, bring the chicken broth to a simmer. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate.
- Once cool enough to handle, shred the chicken using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Bring the broth back to a simmer and stir in the orzo. Cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the orzo cooks, whisk the eggs in a medium bowl until pale and frothy, about 2 minutes. Continue whisking while slowly streaming in the fresh lemon juice.
- Reduce the soup heat to low. While whisking the egg mixture constantly, slowly ladle about 2 cups of the hot broth into the eggs. Do this one ladleful at a time to prevent scrambling.
- Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot of soup, stirring constantly. Continue to stir over low heat for 2-3 minutes until the soup has thickened. Do not let the soup boil.
- Remove from heat and stir in the fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
Do not let the soup boil after adding the egg-lemon mixture, as this will cause it to curdle.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
Whisking constantly when tempering the eggs is the key to a smooth, creamy soup.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
Whisking constantly when tempering the eggs is the key to a smooth, creamy soup.
