Ingredients

1 tbsp avocado oil

1/2 yellow onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 carrots, diced

2 stalks celery, diced

5 cups chicken broth

Juice of one lemon

Salt & pepper, to taste

2-3 stems of parsley

4-5 sprigs of thyme, plus extra for garnish

2-3 sprigs of sage

1 parmesan rind (optional; substitute pecorino if desired)

1/2 cup gluten free stelline pasta

3 cups shredded cooked chicken

2 egg yolks

2 tbsp parmesan, grated (optional; substitute pecorino if desired)

Instructions

Step 1: In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, heat the avocado oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 2: Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until lightly translucent. Stir in the garlic, carrots, and celery, and cook for another 3–4 minutes until fork tender and fragrant.

Step 3: Pour in the chicken broth and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Tie the parsley, thyme, sage, and parmesan rind (if using) into a bundle with butcher’s twine and add it to the pot.

Step 4: Let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes. Remove the herb bundle before bringing the soup to a boil. Add the gluten-free stelline pasta and reduce to a medium simmer, stirring frequently.

Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. When the pasta is al dente, ladle some hot broth into the egg yolks slowly while whisking constantly to temper them.

Step 6: Turn off the heat and slowly stir the egg yolk mixture and shredded chicken into the soup until combined.

Step 7: Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme and a sprinkle of parmesan or pecorino if desired.

Tips & Variations

Use homemade or low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and enhance flavor.

Substitute gluten-free stelline with any small gluten-free pasta shape you prefer.

For a richer soup, add a splash of heavy cream at the end before serving.

If you don’t have fresh herbs, dried versions can be used—adjust quantities accordingly.

FAQs

Can I make this soup without the egg yolks?

Yes, you can omit the egg yolks, but they add a silky richness to the soup. If skipping them, simply add the cooked chicken at the end and stir well.

Is this soup suitable for a dairy-free diet?

The recipe includes parmesan or pecorino, which contain dairy. To make it dairy-free, omit the cheese and parmesan rind or replace them with dairy-free alternatives.