This Greek lemon chicken soup is a perfect introduction to a full Greek meal or a hearty bowlful for a meal in itself. Serve with fresh pita triangles, and you’ll be sure to please your guests!
Preparation Details
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Servings: 16
Ingredients
- 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
- ¼ cup margarine
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 8 egg yolks
- 1 cup cooked white rice
- 1 cup diced, cooked chicken meat
- 16 slices lemon
Steps
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine chicken broth, lemon juice, carrots, onions, celery, soup base, and white pepper in a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Blend margarine and flour in a small bowl; gradually stir into soup mixture. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, beat egg yolks in a bowl until light in color. Gradually whisk in some hot soup, using a ladle to pour in a thin stream while whisking the egg yolks vigorously. Add egg mixture to the pot in same manner, and heat through.
- Add rice and chicken; cook until warmed through. Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with lemon slices.
