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Lemon Chicken Soup

Lemon Chicken Soup That Warms Your Soul in Every Spoonful

A comforting and healthy Lemon Chicken Soup that offers creamy warmth with every spoonful, perfect for chilly days or when feeling under the weather.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium for health
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lemon Juice preferably fresh
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots can swap with parsnips
  • 1 medium Finely Chopped Onion yellow or white varieties
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Celery optional
  • 1 cup Chicken Soup Base low-sodium options available
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground White Pepper substitute black pepper if needed
For Thickening
  • 2 tablespoons Margarine or use butter
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour for gluten-free, use cornstarch
For the Creaminess
  • 4 large Egg Yolks temper to avoid curdling
For Bulk
  • 1 cup Cooked White Rice or quinoa for variation
  • 2 cups Diced Cooked Chicken can substitute with turkey
For Garnish
  • 1 whole Lemon Slices for serving

Equipment

  • large pot
  • small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, shredded carrots, finely chopped onion, celery, chicken soup base, and ground white pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are soft.
  2. In a small bowl, mix margarine and all-purpose flour to form a paste. Gradually stir this into the simmering soup and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until thick.
  3. Beat the egg yolks until creamy. Slowly add hot soup to yolks while whisking to temper, then mix back into the pot of soup.
  4. Stir in cooked white rice and diced cooked chicken, keeping the heat low to warm through.
  5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with lemon slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This soup tastes better the next day as the flavors meld. Pair with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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