Description
This Greek Lemon Chicken Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for any time of year. The combination of zesty lemon, tender chicken, and hearty vegetables makes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Main Soup:
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 6 tablespoons chicken soup base
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
Roux:
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Additional:
- 8 egg yolks
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken
- 16 lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large pot, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, shredded carrots, chopped onion, celery, chicken soup base, and ground white pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15–20 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Thicken the Soup: Mix margarine and flour until smooth. Gradually stir into the soup and cook for 8–10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Temper the Egg Yolks: Beat yolks until creamy. Slowly add hot soup, then return the mixture to the pot. Cook gently until heated through.
- Finish the Soup: Add rice and chicken. Cook for a few more minutes until heated through.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with lemon slices, and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 195mg
