My Big Fat Greek Lemon Soup Made Easy
Transport your taste buds to the shores of the Mediterranean with "My Big Fat Greek Lemon Soup Made Easy," a velvety, comforting twist on the classic avgolemono soup. This quick and easy recipe combines tender shredded chicken, white rice, and a rich, tangy broth infused with fresh lemon juice and zest. The secret to its irresistibly creamy texture lies in tempering eggs to create a luscious base without any dairy. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Finished with the optional touch of fresh dill, this flavorful Greek lemon soup is a refreshing yet hearty meal you’ll want to revisit time and time again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 0.75 cups uncooked white rice
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 0.5 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the uncooked rice to the pot and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
If using cooked shredded chicken, stir it into the pot after the rice is done cooking. Keep the soup at a low simmer.
In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Slowly whisk in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
To temper the egg mixture, ladle 1 cup of the hot broth from the soup pot into the bowl with the eggs, whisking constantly to avoid curdling.
Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the soup pot, whisking constantly. The soup should thicken slightly and take on a creamy texture.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh dill if desired. Enjoy your comforting bowl of Greek Lemon Soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.5 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 964 mg | 321% | |
| Sodium | 6257 mg | 272% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 138.4 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 197.2 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2981 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
