Description
Cozy up with a bowl of Greek Lemon Chicken Soup, a zesty and hearty one-pot dish packed with tender chicken, fresh lemon, and a velvety egg-lemon sauce. This comforting classic is gluten-free, protein-rich, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for any season and ideal for easy meal prep.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 8 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup finely chopped onion
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- 6 tablespoons chicken soup base
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
Thickening Mixture
- ¼ cup margarine
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
Egg Mixture
- 8 egg yolks
Final Additions
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken
- 16 lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, lemon juice, shredded carrots, chopped onion, celery, chicken soup base, and ground white pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Thicken the Soup: In a small bowl, mix the margarine and flour until smooth. Gradually stir this mixture into the simmering soup. Continue cooking while stirring frequently for 8 to 10 minutes until the soup is slightly thickened.
- Temper the Egg Yolks: Beat the egg yolks in a separate bowl until pale and creamy. Slowly add a ladle of hot soup to the egg yolks while whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Gradually pour the egg mixture back into the pot, stirring continuously, and cook gently until heated through without boiling.
- Finish the Soup: Add the cooked rice and diced cooked chicken to the pot. Cook for a few more minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with a slice of lemon. Enjoy the comforting and flavorful soup!
Notes
- This soup is naturally gluten-free if you substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free alternative or cornstarch for thickening.
- Be careful to temper the egg yolks slowly to avoid scrambling.
- You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken to speed up preparation.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste if you prefer a tangier or milder lemon flavor.
- For a richer texture, use chicken stock instead of broth if available.
