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Avgolemono — Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Avgolemono — Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

To prepare a truly authentic bowl of Avgolemono — Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, gather the following ingredients. Each component plays a role in building flavor and creating the signature creamy consistency.
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Method Notes

Method
 

  1. Chicken Base
  2. 4 cups chicken broth or stock, preferably homemade or low-sodium
  3. 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast or thighs
  4. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  5. 1 medium onion, finely diced
  6. 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
  7. 2 celery stalks, diced
  8. 2 garlic cloves, minced
  9. Thickening and Flavor Elements
  10. 1 cup orzo pasta or ½ cup long-grain white rice
  11. 3 large eggs
  12. ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  13. 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  14. Salt and black pepper to taste
  15. Fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped
  16. Optional Enhancements
  17. 1 bay leaf for added aroma
  18. ½ teaspoon turmeric for color (optional but visually appealing)
  19. Extra lemon wedges for serving
  20. These ingredients come together to create a soup that is rich yet refreshing, warm yet bright, making Avgolemono — Greek Lemon Chicken Soup a standout recipe in Mediterranean cooking.

Notes

Required Kitchen Tools
You do not need complex equipment to prepare Avgolemono — Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, but having the right tools simplifies the process:
Large soup pot or Dutch oven
Medium mixing bowl
Whisk
Ladle
Sharp knife and cutting board
Measuring cups and spoons
Heat-resistant spatula