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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Savor the Comfort of Greek Lemon Chicken Soup Tonight

This Greek Lemon Chicken Soup combines creamy and zesty flavors, perfect for a warm, comforting meal any night.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 8 cups chicken broth low-sodium options available
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots or grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion yellow or sweet onions
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped celery or bell peppers
  • 6 tablespoons chicken soup base homemade stock recommended
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper black pepper can be swapped
  • 1/4 cup margarine or butter/olive oil
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 8 egg yolks temper carefully
  • 1 cup cooked white rice or quinoa as a substitute
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can save time
  • 16 lemon slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, shredded carrots, finely chopped onion, and finely chopped celery. Stir in chicken soup base and ground white pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
  2. In a small bowl, blend margarine and all-purpose flour until smooth. Gradually stir into the simmering soup. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until thickened.
  3. Beat egg yolks until creamy. Whisk in a ladleful of hot soup to temper the yolks. Gradually stir back into the pot, avoiding boiling.
  4. Add cooked white rice and diced cooked chicken to the pot. Stir gently and warm through for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh lemon slices. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Properly temper the egg yolks to avoid curdling. Adjust thickness as desired and season to taste before serving.

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