Go Back
+ servings
Lemon Chicken Soup

Delicious Lemon Chicken Soup for Cozy Nights In

This Lemon Chicken Soup is a quick, healthy, and comforting Mediterranean dish perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil can be substituted with avocado oil
  • 1 small onion, diced shallots can be used for milder taste
  • 2 ribs celery, chopped substitute with carrots for sweetness
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth homemade broth enhances flavor
  • to taste kosher salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
For the Avgolemono Mixture
  • 2 large eggs or use egg whites for lighter version
  • 1 medium freshly squeezed lemon juice bottled lemon juice is acceptable
For the Bulk
  • 1 cup cooked white rice quinoa or orzo is a substitution
  • 2 cups shredded chicken rotisserie chicken is ideal
For Garnish
  • to taste chopped fresh dill parsley makes a valid alternative

Equipment

  • large saucepan
  • blender
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add diced onion and chopped celery. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
  2. Pour in 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  3. In a blender, combine 2 large eggs and the juice of 1 lemon. Add ¼ cup of cooked white rice and blend until smooth. Slowly add 2 ladles of hot broth while blending to temper the eggs.
  4. Stir the Avgolemono mixture into the simmering broth using a whisk. Add 2 cups of shredded chicken and ¾ cup of cooked rice, cooking on low for another 5-10 minutes without boiling.
  5. Ladle the soup into warm bowls and garnish with chopped dill. Serve warm alongside crusty bread or a light salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid boiling the soup after adding the Avgolemono mixture to prevent curdling. Customize with herbs for a unique flavor.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!