Greek Lemon-Infused Avgolemono Soup with Chicken and Rice
A comforting traditional Greek soup brightened with lemon and thickened with eggs, featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice. This greek-inspired soups ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken broth, long grain white rice, large eggs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2, about 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup long grain white rice
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (2 lemons) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped (optional) fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, bring 6 cups chicken broth to a boil. Add 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and 1/2 cup long grain white rice. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through and rice is tender.
- Step 2: Remove chicken breasts and shred them into bite-sized pieces. Return shredded chicken to the pot and keep the broth simmering on low.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice until smooth and pale.
- Step 4: Slowly ladle 1 cup of hot broth from the pot into the egg-lemon mixture, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.
- Step 5: Gradually pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot, stirring continuously. Heat gently over low heat for 5 minutes until the soup thickens slightly but does not boil.
- Step 6: Season the soup with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill if using. Serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Greek Lemon-Infused Avgolemono Soup with Chicken and Rice take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Greek Lemon-Infused Avgolemono Soup with Chicken and Rice?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Greek Lemon-Infused Avgolemono Soup with Chicken and Rice?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Greek Lemon-Infused Avgolemono Soup with Chicken and Rice for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Greek Lemon-Infused Avgolemono Soup with Chicken and Rice?
Greek soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
