Avgolemono: Your Easy Comfort Soup for Cozy Nights
Avgolemono is a traditional Greek soup that combines the tanginess of lemon with the creaminess of eggs, offering a comforting dish perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup orzo pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and lemon juice until smooth.
- Temper the egg mixture by slowly adding a ladle of hot broth to it while whisking constantly.
- Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, stirring gently.
- Add shredded chicken and heat through without boiling.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream.
- Adjust lemon juice according to your taste preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg