Description
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono) is a light yet comforting dish with tender chicken, a creamy lemon-infused broth, and fresh herbs. This traditional Greek soup is perfect for any occasion, offering a vibrant balance of savory and tangy flavors while being naturally gluten-free.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1 large carrot, diced
1 cup uncooked rice (or cauliflower rice for a low-carb version)
3 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the chicken breasts or thighs, chopped onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, and diced carrot. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the vegetables are tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Set aside.
- Stir in the rice (or cauliflower rice) into the soup and simmer for another 10-12 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gradually ladle some of the hot broth from the soup into the egg and lemon mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs.
- Slowly pour the egg mixture back into the pot, stirring constantly to prevent the eggs from curdling. Continue stirring until the soup thickens slightly.
- Return the shredded chicken to the soup, add oregano, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice instead of regular rice.
- For extra lemon flavor, add more lemon juice or zest to the soup.
- For a creamier version, stir in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk.
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens and nutrients.
- Herb variations like dill or thyme can be used for different flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
