Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono)
Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono) is a comforting, creamy soup that combines tender chicken with vibrant lemon flavors and fragrant herbs. Perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings, this dish warms both the heart and soul. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can enjoy a nutritious meal that brings everyone together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup fresh dill (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- In the slow cooker, combine chicken, broth, lemon juice, and dill.
- Cook on low for 4 hours.
- Stir in rinsed rice; cook for an additional hour until rice is tender.
- Whisk eggs and remaining lemon juice; gradually add hot broth while whisking.
- Pour back into the slow cooker while stirring gently to create a creamy texture.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra dill or lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, mix in spinach or kale. Substitute rice with quinoa for a gluten-free option. Adjust seasoning to your preference during cooking.