Avgolemono Greek Lemon Chicken Soup: A Cozy, Heartwarming Recipe
Avgolemono is a classic Greek soup that combines rich chicken broth, tender chicken, and a zesty lemon flavor to create a warm and comforting dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: soup
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup orzo pasta
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil.
- Add the orzo and cook until al dente, according to package instructions.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice until smooth.
- Temper the egg mixture by slowly adding a ladle of hot broth while whisking.
- Gradually add the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, stirring constantly.
- Add the cooked chicken and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Make sure to whisk the egg mixture thoroughly to prevent curdling.
- For a creamier soup, you can add a splash of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Avgolemono, Greek soup, lemon chicken soup, cozy recipes