How to Make the Perfect Creamy Greek Avgolemono Soup
Greek · Easy · 35 min · 6 servings
This silky smooth Greek avgolemono soup is a warm and comforting chicken and lemon soup that kids absolutely love on cold days much like their favorite chicken noodle soup. This kid friendly recipe has a naturally creamy texture from eggs and lemon that makes it one of the most soothing soups you can make for the whole family.
Why this recipe works
This Creamy Greek Avgolemono Soup recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 220 calories with 18g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 0.75 cup long grain white rice
- 3 large eggs
- 0.33 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Simmer the Base
Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot then add the rice and cook for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender. Add the shredded chicken and reduce heat to low.
Step 2: Make the Egg Lemon Mixture
Whisk the eggs in a bowl until frothy then slowly whisk in the fresh lemon juice until fully combined. This mixture is what gives avgolemono its signature creamy silky texture.
Step 3: Temper the Eggs
Slowly ladle about two cups of the hot soup broth into the egg lemon mixture while whisking constantly. This tempering step prevents the eggs from scrambling when added to the soup.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
Pour the tempered egg lemon mixture back into the pot while stirring gently then heat over low heat for 2 minutes without boiling. Ladle into bowls for kids and serve with crusty bread.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- white rice → orzo pasta which kids often enjoy even more in this soup
- fresh lemon juice → bottled lemon juice in a pinch though fresh is always better
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Boiling the soup after adding the egg mixture which causes it to curdle
- Not tempering the eggs properly which results in scrambled egg pieces in the soup
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 220 calories, 18g protein, 22g carbs, 6g fat, 1g fiber.
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