Avgolemono

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Boil the chicken.
  2. 2Shred the chicken, leaving behind some of the fat for flavor.
  3. 3Add the shredded chicken back to the stock along with the rice and extra water.
  4. 4Whisk in the egg mixture (with lemon juice and zest) to create that creamy consistency.

Ingredients

  • whole chicken
  • lemon
  • eggs
  • rice
  • water

Tips

  • Always use a whole chicken rather than chicken breast for the best avgolemono result.
  • Use both the juice and zest of a lemon when whisking the eggs to add an extra zing to the broth.
  • Whisk in the egg mixture to create a creamy consistency.