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Avgolemono Soup

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A delightful Greek dish combining chicken, lemon, and egg into a creamy and comforting soup.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 large eggs
  • Juice of 2 fresh lemons
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and let them cook for about 20 minutes until tender.
  2. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the pot and let it cool a bit before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and the fresh lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  4. Very slowly, ladle some of the hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture while whisking continuously to temper the eggs.
  5. Once combined, pour the mixture back into the pot with the remaining broth.
  6. Stir in the shredded chicken and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it simmer gently for about 5 minutes to heat through.
  7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh dill or parsley.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to a month.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Poultry

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 240mg