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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono)

Delicious Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono)

This Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono) is a comforting, gluten-free dish that combines chicken and a tangy lemon-egg broth in under 40 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for sautéing; avocado oil is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 large Medium Onion, Diced Boosts the aromatic profile.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves, Minced
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth Preferably homemade.
  • 2 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Provides tender protein.
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice or Orzo Choose rice for a gluten-free option.
  • 3 large Eggs Whisked into the broth for creaminess.
  • 3/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Essential for zingy flavor.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • Fresh Parsley for Garnish Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Cutting board
  • whisk
  • ladle
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add 1 diced medium onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
  2. Add boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs to the pot, along with 8 cups of chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked, carefully remove it from the pot and shred it into bite-sized pieces. Set the shredded chicken aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 3/4 cup of fresh lemon juice until combined.
  5. Slowly add a ladleful of hot chicken broth into the egg-lemon mixture while whisking continuously to prevent curdling.
  6. Gently stir the tempered egg-lemon mixture back into the pot with the remaining broth. Reintroduce the shredded chicken and 1 cup of cooked rice or orzo, stirring carefully to combine.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. For freezing, do so without rice for up to 3 months.

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