Greek Avgolemono Chicken Soup
Experience the heartwarming embrace of Greek culinary tradition with Avgolemono, a symphony of tender chicken, fragrant broth, and the bright, zesty kiss of lemon. This creamy, comforting soup is a true taste of the Mediterranean, perfect for a cozy night in or a celebration of flavor.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
16 g
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Cholesterol
155 mg
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Fiber
2 g
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Protein
26 g
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Saturated Fat
5 g
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Sodium
94 mg
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Sugar
0 g
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Fat
17 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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Rinse the chicken and remove any giblets. Place in a large pot – not too large, or the broth will be thin. Include the chicken neck if available. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
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Cover the chicken with water, about 1 inch above. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, skimming any foam that rises to the surface. The chicken is ready when the meat easily pulls away from the bone. (Cook time: 45-60 minutes)
03 Step
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Carefully transfer the chicken to a large bowl to cool slightly. (Cooling time: 15 minutes)
04 Step
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Add the rice to the broth. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer over low heat until the rice is tender, approximately 20 minutes. (Cook time: 20 minutes)
05 Step
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While the rice simmers, whisk the eggs and lemon juice together in a separate bowl until well combined and slightly frothy.
06 Step
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Once the rice is cooked, turn off the heat. Temper the egg mixture by slowly whisking in one ladleful of the hot broth. Gradually whisk in more broth until the egg mixture is warm. (Tempering time: 2-3 minutes)
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Pour the warmed egg mixture back into the pot, whisking constantly to prevent curdling. The soup should transform into a creamy, opaque consistency. Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or additional lemon juice to taste.
08 Step
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Shred or dice the chicken meat and add it to the soup. Serve immediately, or alongside the soup for dipping. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a bay leaf or a sprig of fresh dill to the broth while simmering the chicken.
Be careful not to boil the soup after adding the egg mixture, as this can cause the eggs to curdle.
If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the egg mixture before tempering.
Avgolemono is delicious served with warm crusty bread for dipping.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.6/ 5 ( 154 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
Litzy Lubowitz
May 29, 2025I was a little nervous about the egg-lemon mixture, but it turned out perfectly creamy.
Coby Bashirian
Apr 4, 2025A perfect soup for when you're feeling under the weather.
Esperanza Weimannhuel
Jul 12, 2024I added some chopped carrots and celery to the broth for extra vegetables.
Merritt Wilderman
Jan 11, 2024My Greek grandmother would be proud. This is just like she used to make!
Ron Nicolas
Jun 4, 2023This soup is amazing! The lemon flavor is so refreshing.