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Easy Avgolemono Soup

A comforting Greek-inspired lemon chicken rice soup with a silky egg finish, perfect for cozy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Broth
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups bone broth
Lemon Zest and Juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon lemon zest
  • Juice of 2 lemons lemon juice
Bay Leaves and Seasonings
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp each tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp each tsp black pepper
Eggs
  • 2-3 large eggs eggs
Main Proteins and Carbohydrates
  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 cups cooked basmati rice
Fresh Herbs and Extras
  • 2 tbsp tbsp fresh dill

Method
 

  1. Combine broth, lemon zest, juice, bay leaves, salt, and pepper in a pot; simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Whisk eggs and lemon juice in a bowl. Temper eggs with hot broth, then slowly add back to the pot, stirring gently.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in shredded chicken, rice, and dill. Serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh lemon for the best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.