Easy Egg Drop Soup Recipe

Name: Easy Egg Drop Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Base Recipe (Serves 2):; 2 cups chicken broth; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; Options (mix and match):; 1/8 teaspoon cayenne; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 onion, sliced thin; 1 rib celery, sliced in matchsticks; 1 carrot, sliced in matchstick; Choose One:; 1/2 cup egg noodles OR; 1/2 cup leftover rice OR; 1/2 cup leftover potatoes; Choose one:; 10 ounce pkg frozen peas OR; 10 ounce pkg frozen spinach OR; 1 cup frozen snow peas

Servings: persons

Base Recipe (Serves 2):
2 cups chicken broth
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
Options (mix and match):
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 onion, sliced thin
1 rib celery, sliced in matchsticks
1 carrot, sliced in matchstick
Choose One:
1/2 cup egg noodles OR
1/2 cup leftover rice OR
1/2 cup leftover potatoes
Choose one:
10 ounce pkg frozen peas OR
10 ounce pkg frozen spinach OR
1 cup frozen snow peas

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Base Recipe:
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Bring chicken broth to a full rolling boil. In a measuring cup, beat eggs with the vegetable oil.(Note: The oil gives the eggs, the soft, fluffy texture. Eggs pour into the soup better from the measuring cup). SLOWLY pour beaten eggs in a THIN stream, circling around the pot so the egg is evenly distributed in a thin cloud. The eggs will cook instantly. Reduce heat once egg is cooked to low or off. The basic soup is ready to eat.
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Options:
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While chicken broth is coming to a boil, add optional spices, vegetables or noodles. If using frozen vegetables, allow broth time to return to full boil before adding eggs. If using uncooked noodles, cook for 10 minutes to fully cook noodles before adding eggs.

644

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Base Recipe (Serves 2):, 2 cups chicken broth, 2 eggs, beaten, 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Easy Egg Drop Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Egg Drop Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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