Name: Spicy Chicken Egg Drop Soup
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil; 1 cup finely chopped yellow onion; 8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms; 1.5 cups sliced scallions; 3 large cloves garlic, grated; 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and thinly sliced; 6 cups lower-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or low-sodium tamari; 1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry; 0.25 cup water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper; 0.125 teaspoon ground turmeric; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 4 teaspoons chili crisp

Spicy Chicken Egg Drop Soup

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Inspired by the classic Chinese dish, this version of egg drop soup adds sliced chicken for protein and heartiness. The garlic, ginger and scallion pop in the dish, while the chili crisp topping provides a delicious layer of spice. Be sure to consistently stir the soup when adding the eggs to achieve the signature swirls.

Laura Kanya

Published on December 28, 2022

Reviewed by Dietitian

Nadine Bradley, RD, CNSC

Active Time:

35 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Dairy-Free Diabetes Appropriate Gluten-Free High-Protein Nut-Free

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion
8 ounces sliced cremini mushrooms
1 ½ cups sliced scallions
3 large cloves garlic, grated
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed and thinly sliced
6 cups lower-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce or low-sodium tamari
1 tablespoon Shaoxing rice wine or dry sherry
¼ cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground turmeric
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 teaspoons chili crisp

Directions

Heat sesame oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and mushrooms; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is tender and the mushrooms have softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in scallions, garlic and ginger; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add chicken, broth, soy sauce (or tamari) and rice wine (or sherry). Bring to a simmer over medium heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine water, cornstarch, white pepper and turmeric in a small bowl. Drizzle the cornstarch mixture into the soup, stirring continuously. Increase heat to medium-high; cook, stirring often, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
Using a ladle, stir the soup in a circular motion and slowly drizzle in eggs until egg swirls form. Divide the soup among 4 bowls and drizzle with chili crisp.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

347	Calories
18g	Fat
15g	Carbs
29g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2 1/4 cups
Calories 347
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 15g	5%
Dietary Fiber 4g	14%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 29g	58%
Total Fat 18g	23%
Saturated Fat 4g	20%
Cholesterol 266mg	89%
Vitamin A 665IU	13%
Vitamin C 12mg	13%
Vitamin D 46IU	12%
Vitamin E 1mg	4%
Folate 68mcg	17%
Vitamin K 80mcg	67%
Sodium 621mg	27%
Calcium 78mg	6%
Iron 3mg	17%
Magnesium 44mg	10%
Potassium 636mg	14%
Zinc 3mg	27%
Vitamin B12 1mcg	42%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.