Avgolemono Greek lemon chicken soup for six
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Avgolemono is a Greek-style chicken soup thickened with egg and brightened with lemon. This version serves six and uses cooked shredded chicken.
Ingredients
Low-sodium chicken broth
8 cups
Cooked shredded chicken
2 1/2 cups
Arborio rice
3/4 cup
Eggs
3
Lemons
3
Fresh dill
1/4 cup
Yellow onion
1 small
Carrots
2
Celery stalks
2
Olive oil
1 tablespoon
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon
Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon
How to make it
- Sauté onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil for 5 minutes. 2. Add broth and rice; simmer until rice is tender. 3. Stir in shredded chicken, salt, and pepper. 4. Whisk eggs with lemon juice in a heatproof bowl. 5. Slowly whisk in two cups of hot broth, then stir the mixture back into the pot off heat. 6. Add dill and serve immediately without boiling.
Who this list is for
This grocery list is for anyone preparing Avgolemono, the classic Greek lemon chicken soup, for a group of six. If you want a bright, comforting soup using cooked shredded chicken—maybe from leftovers or a rotisserie bird—this list keeps you organized. Hosts, home cooks, and meal planners looking for a reliable, crowd-pleasing main dish will find this useful.
How to use this list
Start by checking your pantry and fridge for staples like low-sodium chicken broth, Arborio rice, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Next, review your fresh items: eggs, lemons, dill, onion, carrots, and celery. Make sure you have enough cooked shredded chicken—about two and a half cups. Use the list to shop for missing ingredients, then prep vegetables and herbs before you start cooking. Have everything measured and ready so the soup comes together smoothly, especially when tempering the eggs with the hot broth.
Common mistakes
Don’t skip the step of tempering the eggs—adding hot broth slowly to beaten eggs before returning them to the pot. Pouring the eggs in too quickly can cause curdling and ruin the soup’s creamy texture. Using regular, not low-sodium broth, can make the soup too salty. Avoid using long-grain rice instead of Arborio; Arborio gives the right thickness. Don’t forget to check for fresh dill—it’s easy to overlook and adds a lot of flavor.
What is on this list
This list covers everything for Avgolemono: low-sodium chicken broth, cooked shredded chicken, Arborio rice, eggs, lemons, fresh dill, yellow onion, carrots, celery, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cross off what you already have at home, especially basics like olive oil, salt, and pepper, to avoid buying duplicates. Double-check your eggs and lemons for freshness, since they’re key to the soup’s flavor and texture.
Before you go
Before heading to the store, check your fridge and pantry for leftover cooked chicken and any of the vegetables or herbs. Make sure you have enough eggs and lemons—they’re not always a given. After shopping, prep your vegetables and shred your chicken so everything is ready when it’s time to cook. This will help you avoid scrambling for ingredients mid-recipe and keep your soup smooth and flavorful.
FAQ
Who is "Avgolemono Greek lemon chicken soup for six" for?
This grocery list is for anyone preparing Avgolemono, the classic Greek lemon chicken soup, for a group of six. If you want a bright, comforting soup using cooked shredded chicken—maybe from leftovers or a rotisserie bird—this list keeps you organized. Hosts, home cooks, and meal planners looking for a reliable, crowd-pleasing main dish will find this usefu…
How should I use "Avgolemono Greek lemon chicken soup for six"?
Start by checking your pantry and fridge for staples like low-sodium chicken broth, Arborio rice, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Next, review your fresh items: eggs, lemons, dill, onion, carrots, and celery. Make sure you have enough cooked shredded chicken—about two and a half cups. Use the list to shop for missing ingredients, then prep vegetab…
What should I skip or avoid with "Avgolemono Greek lemon chicken soup for six"?
Don’t skip the step of tempering the eggs—adding hot broth slowly to beaten eggs before returning them to the pot. Pouring the eggs in too quickly can cause curdling and ruin the soup’s creamy texture. Using regular, not low-sodium broth, can make the soup too salty. Avoid using long-grain rice instead of Arborio; Arborio gives the right thickness. Don’t fo…
What is on the "Avgolemono Greek lemon chicken soup for six" list?
This list covers everything for Avgolemono: low-sodium chicken broth, cooked shredded chicken, Arborio rice, eggs, lemons, fresh dill, yellow onion, carrots, celery, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cross off what you already have at home, especially basics like olive oil, salt, and pepper, to avoid buying duplicates. Double-check your eggs and lem…
What should I do before I go?
Before heading to the store, check your fridge and pantry for leftover cooked chicken and any of the vegetables or herbs. Make sure you have enough eggs and lemons—they’re not always a given. After shopping, prep your vegetables and shred your chicken so everything is ready when it’s time to cook. This will help you avoid scrambling for ingredients mid-reci…
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