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Avgolemono Soup

Avgolemono Soup
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Avgolemono Soup is a traditional Greek comfort soup that perfectly balances tangy lemon and creamy warmth. Featuring a velvety lemon-egg mixture combined with hearty chicken and rice or orzo, it offers a bright, nourishing, and satisfying meal ideal for chilly days or whenever you seek a cozy, uplifting bowl of soup.

Ingredients

Scale

Broth and Base

  • 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup rice or orzo

Protein

  • 2 chicken breasts, poached and shredded or diced

Avgolemono Mixture

  • 3 large eggs
  • Juice of 2 fresh lemons (about 1/4 cup)

Seasoning and Garnish

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh herbs (parsley or dill), chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Broth and Cook the Rice: In a large pot, simmer the chicken broth. Add the rice or orzo, cooking until tender but not mushy, allowing it to absorb the flavorful broth.
  2. Cook and Shred the Chicken: Poach chicken breasts in the broth or separately until fully cooked. Remove and shred or dice into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  3. Whisk the Eggs and Lemon Juice: In a separate bowl, vigorously beat the eggs with freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth and slightly frothy, creating the mixture that will thicken and brighten the soup.
  4. Temper the Egg Mixture: Slowly ladle hot broth from the pot into the egg-lemon mixture while whisking continuously to gently warm the eggs and prevent curdling, ensuring a silky texture.
  5. Combine Everything and Heat Gently: Pour the tempered egg-lemon mixture back into the soup pot, add the shredded chicken, and warm over low heat. Stir constantly until the soup thickens slightly, being careful not to boil to avoid scrambling the eggs.

Notes

  • Always use fresh lemon juice for the best bright citrus flavor.
  • Temper the eggs slowly by whisking in hot broth gradually to prevent lumps or curdling.
  • Keep the heat low after adding the egg mixture to maintain a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Homemade chicken broth enhances flavor significantly compared to store-bought.
  • Adjust soup thickness by varying the amount of rice or orzo to your liking.

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Keywords: Avgolemono, Greek soup, lemon chicken soup, creamy soup, comfort food, gluten free soup

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