Quick Avgolemono, Orzo, and Chicken Soup

prep time:: 35 null
total time:: 35 null

Makes 4

Avgolemono (ahv-goh-LEH-moh-noh) is a tangy Greek soup that combines chicken broth, eggs, and lemon juice. Traditional versions include rice; our interpretation uses orzo. Total time: 35 minutes.

ingredients

6 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh dill (I used 1/2 packge of fresh)
1/2 cup uncooked orzo (rice-shaped pasta) (I used 1 cup)
4 large eggs
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup shredded carrot (I used 3 carrots but you can also buy the preshredded)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper (I never pay attention to the s/p amounts. They’re for wimps!)
8 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces (I used 2 breasts)

directions

1
Bring broth and dill to a boil in a large saucepan. Add orzo. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until orzo is slightly tender. Remove from heat.
2
Place eggs and juice in a blender; process until smooth. Remove 1 cup broth from pan with a ladle, making sure to leave out orzo. With blender on, slowly add broth; process until smooth.
3
Add carrot, salt, pepper, and chicken to pan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, and cook 5 minutes or until chicken and orzo are done. Reduce heat to low. Slowly stir in egg mixture; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly (do not boil).

Source: CL