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There’s nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of soup, and this slow cooker Greek lemon chicken soup delivers big flavor with minimal effort. Juicy shredded chicken, tender pasta and fresh spinach come together in a zesty broth with bright lemon and aromatic dill. Everything cooks low and slow in the slow cooker, letting the flavors build while you go about your day. It’s perfect for cozy evenings, easy lunches or feeding a hungry family with very little fuss.

A bowl of Greek lemon chicken soup with spinach, carrots, dill, and lemon slices, served with bread on the side.

This slow cooker Greek lemon chicken soup is light, bright and comforting. Tender chicken, pasta and lemony broth come together in one easy slow-cooked dish.

Also try Halifax Donair, Greek chicken gyros, sesame avocado chicken salad, or chicken with pineapple salsa.

A bowl of authentic Greek soup with chicken, noodles, spinach, carrots, lemon slices, and fresh dill sits next to a slow cooker—perfect for enjoying classic Greek lemon chicken soup at home.

Why You’ll Love It

Comforting: Chicken soup is a comforting, nostalgic dish. Perhaps your mother or grandmother used to fix it for you when you were feeling a little under the weather. Most households have their own version of chicken soup or chicken noodle soup to lift the spirits.
Easy: Using a crockpot makes this an easy recipe, as you just have to add things and let them cook.
Authentic: This is a typical Greek soup with freshly squeezed lemon juice, chicken stock and more. Omitting the egg doesn’t detract from the amazingly rich flavour at all.

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Eggless Avgolemono Soup Ingredients

A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Chicken breasts: Boneless and skinless, these shred easily after cooking.
Chicken broth: Creates a savory base for the soup.
White onion: Adds sweetness and depth to the broth.
Carrots: Bring color and gentle sweetness to the dish.
Garlic: Infuses the soup with rich, savory flavor.
Ditalini pasta: In Greek, ditalini is known as ‘koftó makaronaki’. The reason I like to use ditalini is a simple one – it fits well on a spoon when eating soup!
Fresh spinach: Wilts into the soup and adds vibrant color.
Lemons: Fresh lemon juice brightens the whole dish.
Fresh dill weed: Adds a signature Greek herbaceous flavor.
Spices: Salt, black pepper and turmeric season the broth and boost the flavor

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How to Make Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.

Slow cook some ingredients: Put the chicken in a slow cooker with the onion, carrots, garlic, salt, pepper, turmeric, lemon juice, and chicken stock, and cook for 2 hours on high.
Shred the chicken: Shred the chicken and put it back in the crockpot with the pasta, spinach, dill, and remaining lemon juice.
Finish cooking: Cook for 30 minutes, then serve hot garnished with dill weed and lemon slices.

Bowl of authentic Greek soup—chicken noodle avgolemono with spinach, dill, lemon slices, and a spoon on a striped towel background.

Substitutions and Variations

Use orzo or rice: If you don’t have ditalini, either works well.
Add more greens: Kale or chard can be used in place of spinach.
Make it vegetarian: Use vegetable broth and chickpeas instead of chicken.
Leave out turmeric: If preferred, it can be skipped for a milder flavor.

A spoonful of Greek lemon chicken soup with carrots, spinach, pasta, and dill held above a bowl—an inviting taste of authentic avgolemono soup.

Serving Suggestions

Appetizers: Begin your meal with scallop skewers or steak and mushroom crostini.
Side dishes: Pair your Greek lemon and chicken soup with rosemary cheddar crackers or a Greek salad.
Dessert: Finish with this Greek inspired baklava crinkle.

A bowl of Greek lemon chicken soup, also known as avgolemono soup, with spinach and lemon slices, served alongside fresh bread in the background.

How to Store Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat within 3 days.
Freeze: You can freeze it in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Thaw: Defrost it in the refrigerator overnight.
Reheat: You can warm it back up in a pan on the stove or in the microwave.

Bowl of authentic Greek soup—chicken noodle with spinach, carrots, lemon slices, and fresh dill. A spoon rests inside this comforting recipe for chicken avgolemono soup.

Top Tips

Use fresh lemon juice: It makes a big difference in brightness.
Don’t overcook the pasta: Add it toward the end so it stays tender.
Shred chicken with forks: It pulls apart easily when cooked fully.
Stir before serving: The pasta and spinach need a good mix before ladling.

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Greek Lemon Juice Soup FAQs

What is avgolemono?

Avgolemono, pronounced ‘ah-voh-le-mo-no’ with the ‘g’ being silent, refers to the combination of lemon, eggs and broth in the soup. This mixture is used as a sauce for Greek dishes like dolmades (stuffed grape leaves), roasted chicken or vegetable dishes. It is also added to soups to thicken them up. This is a version without the egg and tastes just as good!

What’s the history of lemon juice soup?

In Greece, the yia-yias (grandmothers) would make this authentic Greek soup the old-fashioned way. This means they would take hours preparing this Greek lemon chicken soup. The grandmothers would make homemade chicken broth using a whole bird. After that they would shred the chicken by hand and continue with the soup.

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Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Soup Recipe

A bowl of Greek lemon chicken soup with spinach, carrots, a lemon slice, and fresh dill—perfect for those craving an authentic recipe for chicken avgolemono soup.
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5 from 14 votes

Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

By: Bella Bucchiotti
This lemony chicken soup is hearty and fresh all at once. The slow cooker makes it incredibly easy, and each spoonful is full of comfort and flavor.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8

Equipment

Ingredients 

  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 6 Cups chicken broth
  • 1 Teaspoon salt
  • 1 Teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 Teaspoons tumeric
  • 1 white onion, sliced
  • 4 Cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 16 Ounces ditalini pasta
  • 3 Cups fresh spinach
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 3 Tablespoons fresh dill weed

Instructions 

  • Add chicken to a slow cooker.
  • Add sliced onion, carrots, garlic, salt, pepper, turmeric, and juice from 1 of the lemons.
  • Pour in the chicken broth. Cover, and cook on high for 2 hours.
  • Shred the chicken and return it to the crock pot.
  • Add ditalini, spinach, juice from the second lemon, and the dill.
  • Stir and cover. Cook for 30 minutes.
  • Serve warm, garnished with dill and lemon slices.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice: It makes a big difference in brightness.
Don’t overcook the pasta: Add it toward the end so it stays tender.
Shred chicken with forks: It pulls apart easily when cooked fully.
Stir before serving: The pasta and spinach need a good mix before ladling.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1337mg | Potassium: 1002mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4323IU | Vitamin C: 43mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 3mg
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Raw chicken breasts, carrots, lemon, onion, garlic, spinach, pasta, broth, dill, salt, and pepper—everything you need for a hearty slow cooker soup or a classic recipe for chicken avgolemono soup.
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This slow cooker Greek lemon chicken soup is a perfect mix of comfort food and fresh flavor. With tender chicken, soft pasta, bright lemon and dill, each bowl is warming and satisfying. It’s easy enough for busy weeknights and flavorful enough to serve guests. This soup brings together wholesome ingredients with a sunny Mediterranean twist, making it a go-to recipe you’ll want to revisit all season long.

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Bella Bucchiotti

Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.

 

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5 from 14 votes (8 ratings without comment)

10 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    I’ve always loved lemon chicken soup, and this version is such a winner. The lemon flavor was bright and refreshing, and it was the perfect light dinner after a long day.

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  3. 5 stars
    Recipe MAY be good….
    but the website prevents ANY printing of/reproducing of the recipe EVEN AFTER giving the website one’s email info.
    So… you’re supposed to cook leaving your laptop open? Ridiculous.
    …AND the website is absolutely swamped with spam.

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    1. Sorry you’re having an issue with printing. I just printed out this one as a test and it worked fine for me. Perhaps you can try again (just click “print” on the recipe card near the bottom to see the print preview and click “OK”). I will take another look too, in case it’s something else. The whole blog was overhauled and redesigned recently and there might be some kind of bug. But please do try the recipe, it really is good!! 🙂

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