Ingredients
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the chicken breasts, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove chicken to a cutting board and shred with two forks.
- While chicken rests, add the rice to the simmering broth. Cook for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined and slightly frothy.
- Reduce the soup heat to low. Very slowly ladle about 1 cup of hot broth into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Then add another cup, continuing to whisk. This tempers the eggs so they won't scramble.
- Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the pot while stirring constantly. Add the shredded chicken and fresh dill. Stir gently and cook on low for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Do not boil.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra fresh dill and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
• For the silkiest texture, make sure your eggs are at room temperature before whisking.
• The soup will thicken as it cools—add a splash of broth when reheating.
• For extra protein, use 2 lbs of chicken or add a fourth egg to the mixture.
• The soup will thicken as it cools—add a splash of broth when reheating.
• For extra protein, use 2 lbs of chicken or add a fourth egg to the mixture.
