Greek Avgolemono (Lemon Chicken Soup)
Silky chicken soup thickened with eggs and lemon. 240 calories, 22g protein, a light yet creamy Greek classic.
Greek Avgolemono (Lemon Chicken Soup) has 240 calories per serving, with 22g protein, 18g carbs, 8g fat, and 1g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 25 min.
Nutrition per serving
2 serving(s)
240
Calories
22g
Protein
44% DV
18g
Carbs
7% DV
8g
Fat
10% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
📊 240 calories per serving.
🔥 9.2g protein per 100 cal.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
25 min
Servings
2
Est. Cost
$4.50
Greek Avgolemono (Lemon Chicken Soup)
This silky Greek soup gets its creamy texture from eggs and lemon rather than cream. With shredded chicken and rice, it’s a light, high-protein comfort bowl.
Ingredients
- 6 oz boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1/4 cup white rice
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 medium onion
- 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine broth, chicken, onion, and bay leaf in a pot. Bring to a boil, then simmer 15 minutes.
- Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Discard onion and bay leaf.
- Add rice to the broth and cook 12 minutes until tender.
- Whisk eggs and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Temper the eggs by slowly whisking in 1 cup of hot broth.
- Pour the egg mixture back into the pot off the heat, stirring constantly.
- Add shredded chicken, season, and serve warm (do not boil after adding eggs).
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 240 kcal |
| Protein | 22g |
| Carbs | 18g |
| Fat | 8g |
| Fiber | 1g |
Tips
- Keep the soup below a simmer after adding eggs to prevent curdling.
- Use orzo instead of rice for a more traditional texture.
- Extra lemon brightens the flavor—taste and adjust.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer
Freezer-friendly — store up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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