Dinner for 5
Avgolemono Soup
Rice and chicken simmer in broth before eggs and lemon are gently stirred in for a creamy Greek-style soup.
$10.73for 4 servings
$2.68 per serving$10.73 for 4
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Photo: cookingclassy.com
- 45 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 5servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
GreekDairy-freeHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinnersLunchesCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Green onions$1.19 each typical | 1 | $1.19Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.08Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 58 oz | $4.07Typical price |
| Wild, basmati, jasmine, arborio rice$0.15/oz typical | 5 oz | $0.73Typical price |
| Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 0.95 lb | $3.27Typical price |
| Lemons and limes$0.60 each typical | a little | $0.05Typical price |
| Eggs$0.30 each typical | 4 | $1.20Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 2.75 oz | $0.11Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.09Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $13.42 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Cooking spray, shortening, ghee, coconut and sesame oilDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (optional)
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 7 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3/4 cup jasmine rice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- salt
- 3 cups cooked shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon zest
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Steps
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and cook the green onions and garlic for 3 minutes.
- Add the broth, rice, oregano, bay leaves, and salt, then simmer for 18 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the chicken and lemon zest, then simmer for 3 minutes.
- Whisk the eggs, egg yolks, and lemon juice in a medium bowl.
- Slowly whisk 2 cups of hot broth into the egg mixture, then gradually stir it back into the pot.
- Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
- Cook over low heat for 3 minutes without boiling, then remove the bay leaves and stir in the parsley.
Swaps
- Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
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