Avgolemono, pronounced ah-vgo-le-mono (the “g” is there, but it’s a lighter g…almost silent), refers to the tasty Greek sauce from which this chicken soup gets it’s name. Avgolemono sauce is a silky and fragrant sauce made of eggs, lots of lemon, and warm broth.
Avgolemono is a rich, silky, and comforting Greek soup made with chicken broth and Arborio rice, enriched with beaten eggs and lemon juice, that's amazingly delicious!
In Greece, it’s avgolemono soup, a light yet satisfying blend of flavorful chicken broth, bright lemon, eggs, chicken, and rice. The name comes from the Greek words “avgo” (egg) and “lemono” (lemon).
This easy weeknight version of classic Greek avgolemono soup is full of tender chicken and has a silky, tangy broth enriched with lemon and eggs.
Avgolemono actually refers to an egg-lemon mixture that's used in many other dishes in Greece to enhance their flavor with a bright lemon fragrance. You'll find many versions of this Greek lemon chicken soup (or kotosoupa avgolemono as it's called in Greek).
Avgolemono is a creamy Greek lemon chicken soup that’s easy, comforting, and packed with bright, fresh flavor. Perfect for any season.
Avgolemono sauce is stirred into a basic chicken and rice soup, which is a luxurious sauce made of emulsified eggs, lemon juice, and hot broth. The result gives the soup a rich and creamy texture without any added dairy, plus it’s packed with nutrients like protein and vitamin C!
Avgolemono (Greek Chicken Soup with Lemon + Egg) - Bowl of Delicious
Avgolemono blends chicken broth, rice or orzo, fresh lemon juice, and whisked eggs to make a smooth, creamy texture without any cream. It tastes bright from the lemon and comforting from the chicken and rice. This is a quick soup you can make on a weeknight, yet it feels special enough for guests.