Avgolemono

Étapes7

1. 1

   Étape 1. Sear the chicken

   Season the chicken and sear it in a pot with a bit of oil until browned. Once golden, set the chicken aside.

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2. 2

   Étape 2. Sauté the vegetables

   In the same pot, sauté the vegetables until fragrant, then add the Italian seasoning and the chicken broth.

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3. 3

   Étape 3. Simmer the chicken

   45 min

   Return the chicken to the pot and simmer gently for 45 minutes, or until tender. Shred the chicken and add it back to the soup.

   Chicken thigh, bone-in
4. 4

   Étape 4. Cook the orzo

   9 min

   Add the orzo pasta and cook it in the broth for 8–10 minutes.

5. 5

   Étape 5. Prepare the avgolemono mixture

   In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with the lemon juice and zest. To temper, pour in a thin stream of hot soup while whisking constantly.

   Tempering prevents the eggs from scrambling.

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6. 6

   Étape 6. Stir in the mixture

   Once tempered, gently stir the avgolemono mixture back into the pot.

7. 7

   Étape 7. Serve the soup

   Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh dill or parsley and a drizzle of olive oil.

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