Description
Avgolemono, Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, is the ultimate comfort food that warms your soul with its bright, tangy flavors and creamy texture. This delightful dish combines tender chicken, fragrant garlic, and a luscious lemon-egg sauce, creating a comforting meal that’s perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With its vibrant colors and rich aroma, Avgolemono is not only satisfying but also visually stunning on any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 large eggs
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Zest of 1 lemon (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a pot, cover the chicken breasts with chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- Remove the chicken, let cool slightly, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot with broth and add minced garlic. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and lemon juice together. Slowly add hot broth to temper the mixture while whisking continuously.
- Stir the egg-lemon mixture back into the pot over low heat without boiling.
- Serve hot in bowls garnished with chopped parsley and lemon zest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 160mg