Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    50 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    1.8K

Embark on a culinary journey to Greece with this vibrant and comforting lemon chicken soup. A delightful introduction to the classic avgolemono, this soup boasts a harmonious blend of bright citrus, tender chicken, and aromatic vegetables. Serve with warm pita bread for a truly authentic experience.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    9 g
  • Cholesterol
    110 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    8 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1237 mg
  • Sugar
    2 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Prepare Ingredients (5 minutes): Gather all ingredients and ensure they are prepped according to the ingredient list.

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Recipe View 20 mins Simmer Vegetables (15-20 minutes): In a large pot, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, shredded carrots, finely chopped onion, finely chopped celery, chicken soup base, and ground white pepper. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer until the vegetables are tender.

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Recipe View 10 mins Create Roux (8-10 minutes): In a separate small bowl, blend margarine and all-purpose flour until smooth. Gradually whisk the mixture into the simmering soup until well combined. Continue to simmer, stirring frequently, until the soup has slightly thickened.

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Recipe View 5 mins Temper Egg Yolks (5 minutes): In a medium bowl, beat egg yolks until light in color. Slowly drizzle in a ladleful of hot soup into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling. Repeat this process with another ladleful of soup. Gently pour the tempered egg mixture into the pot with the remaining soup.

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Recipe View 5 mins Finish and Serve (5 minutes): Add cooked white rice and diced cooked chicken to the soup. Heat through until warmed. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh lemon slices. Serve immediately.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your preference.
Be sure to temper the egg yolks gradually to avoid curdling.
Leftover soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 591 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Donny Grimes

    I was a little nervous about the egg yolks, but it turned out perfectly. Thanks for the clear instructions!

  • Brooke Wintheiser

    This is my go-to soup recipe now. It's a crowd-pleaser!

  • Jettie Hermiston

    The fresh lemon slices add a nice touch.

  • Hannah Crist

    I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.

  • Treva Rippin

    I added some orzo pasta instead of rice and it was delicious.

  • Kelli Hoeger

    I doubled the recipe and it worked out great.

  • Victoria Hauck

    A truly authentic Avgolemono!

  • Andres Glover

    I made this when I was sick and it was so comforting and soothing.

  • Leonora Vonrueden

    My family loved this recipe. It's so easy and delicious!

  • Torrey Ferry

    This was the best soup I've ever made! The lemon flavor was perfect.

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