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Authentic Avgolemono: Creamy Greek Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo

Close-up of a creamy bowl of lemon chicken soup featuring shredded chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh parsley garnish.
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Make this classic Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, Avgolemono, for a bright, comforting, and creamy meal. This recipe uses a simple lemon-egg broth base and includes orzo for a hearty texture.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the shredded chicken and orzo to the simmering broth. Cook according to orzo package directions, usually about 8 to 10 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
  3. While the orzo cooks, prepare the tempering mixture. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until they are light yellow.
  4. In a separate small bowl, whisk the cornstarch and water together until smooth to create a slurry. Set aside.
  5. Once the orzo is cooked, reduce the heat under the broth to low. You must keep the broth warm but not boiling.
  6. Temper the eggs: Slowly drizzle about 1 cup of the warm broth into the whisked eggs while continuously whisking the eggs. This prevents the eggs from scrambling.
  7. Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot of soup, stirring constantly.
  8. Stir in the lemon juice.
  9. Add the cornstarch slurry to the soup and stir well. Continue to stir gently over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes until the soup thickens slightly. Do not allow the soup to boil after adding the eggs.
  10. Season the soup with salt and pepper to your taste.
  11. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley. This soup is a great alternative to heavy meals when you are focused on meal planning.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the orzo with white rice or use gluten-free orzo pasta.
  • If you are looking for a low carb chicken soup variation, omit the orzo entirely.
  • This soup tastes best when served right after preparation, as the broth can thin upon standing.
  • If you are interested in meal delivery companies that focus on fresh ingredients, look for services that offer Mediterranean-style options.

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