Avgolemono Chicken Soup with Rice

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
5%
Avgolemono Chicken Soup with Rice
45 min.
4
383kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Avgolemono Chicken Soup with Rice, a beloved Greek classic that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. This soup is a perfect blend of creamy texture and zesty brightness, made without the use of dairy, making it suitable for those who prefer a dairy-free diet. Additionally, it's gluten-free and low FODMAP, ensuring that everyone can indulge in this comforting dish.

With a mere 45 minutes to prepare, this recipe is not only quick but also serves four hungry souls, making it ideal for a family lunch or a cozy dinner. Imagine a hearty bowl filled with tender, shredded rotisserie chicken mingled with perfectly cooked white rice, all enveloped in a luscious avgolemono sauce made from vibrant lemon juice and velvety egg yolks. The sprinkle of fresh dill adds a burst of herbal freshness that elevates each spoonful.

Rich in protein but balanced with healthy fats and carbs, this Avgolemono Chicken Soup hits the spot nutritionally while catering to various dietary restrictions. It's the ultimate comfort food that promises to be both satisfying and nourishing. So grab your saucepan and blender, and let’s embark on a delicious culinary journey that will bring a taste of Greece straight to your table!

Ingredients

  • cups rice white warmed cooked
  •  egg yolk 
  • 0.3 cup optional: dill fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • cups chicken stock low-sodium homemade
  • pound rotisserie chicken cut shredded
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • blender

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, season the stock with salt and pepper and bring to a simmer.
  2. Transfer 1 cup of the hot stock to a blender.
  3. Add 1/2 cup of the rice, the egg yolks and the lemon juice and puree until smooth. Stir the puree into the simmering stock along with the chicken and the remaining 1 1/2 cups of rice and simmer until thickened slightly, 10 minutes. Stir in the dill and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories383kcal
Protein41.11%
Fat31.19%
Carbs27.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31
Glycemic Load
23.93
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
7.2247826507234%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.74mg
Hesperetin
2.21mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Isorhamnetin
1.28mg
Kaempferol
0.39mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.68mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:382.71kcal
19.14%
Fat:13.36g
20.55%
Saturated Fat:3.81g
23.82%
Carbohydrates:26.69g
8.9%
Net Carbohydrates:26.26g
9.55%
Sugar:0.8g
0.89%
Cholesterol:206.06mg
68.69%
Sodium:665.14mg
28.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:39.62g
79.23%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.86%
Vitamin B3:3.61mg
18.06%
Selenium:10.98µg
15.69%
Phosphorus:143.03mg
14.3%
Vitamin C:8.4mg
10.18%
Copper:0.19mg
9.43%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.21%
Potassium:277.85mg
7.94%
Vitamin A:357.41IU
7.15%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.05%
Vitamin B12:0.41µg
6.86%
Iron:1.11mg
6.15%
Vitamin B5:0.61mg
6.09%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.77%
Folate:22.97µg
5.74%
Magnesium:14.83mg
3.71%
Calcium:36.1mg
3.61%
Vitamin D:0.49µg
3.24%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.47%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.91%
Fiber:0.42g
1.69%
Source:My Recipes