Avgolemono soup –Gather around, soup lovers! Today, we’re diving spoon-first into the comforting goodness of Avgolemono Chicken Soup with Rice. This dish is not just a meal; it’s a hug in a bowl! It’s perfect for those chilly nights when all you want is to feel like someone is wrapping you in a cozy blanket. Are you ready? Let’s take a look at this delightful recipe!
Feast Your Eyes!
Look at this marvelous creation! A treasure for your taste buds!
Ingredients Needed for Your Culinary Adventure
Before you don your chef hat and get started, let’s gather the magic ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs), cut into pieces
- 8 cups of water
- 1 medium onion, quartered
- 2-3 carrots, sliced
- 2-3 celery stalks, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons)
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish (optional, but highly recommended)
Time to Cook!
Alright, now that we have all our ingredients on the counter, let’s transform this kitchen into a soup sanctuary:
- In a large pot, combine the chicken pieces, water, onion, carrots, celery, salt, and pepper. Bring this glorious mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 45 minutes. This is when the magic happens as the chicken cooks to tender perfection!
- After 45 minutes, remove the chicken from the pot. Let it cool a bit, then shred the meat, discarding the bones and skin. Nothing goes to waste here!
- Strain the broth, discarding the solids, and return the liquid back to the pot.
- Add the rice to the broth and bring it back to a gentle boil. Cook until the rice is tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the rice is cooking, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice in a bowl until frothy. This is where the magic lemony flavor comes to life!
- Once the rice is cooked, take a ladle of the hot broth and slowly pour it into the egg mixture while whisking constantly. This is the crucial step that prevents the eggs from scrambling – we want silky soup, not scrambled eggs!
- Now slowly stir the egg mixture back into the pot. Let the soup heat through for another 5-10 minutes, but don’t let it boil!
- Finally, stir in the shredded chicken and serve hot, garnished with fresh dill or parsley.
There you have it! A bowl of comfort that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your hunger! So grab a spoon, share with friends or enjoy it solo, and allow the Avgolemono Chicken Soup to do its magic.