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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

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50 min

Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

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Time

50 min

Serving

16 persons

Calories

124

Rating

4.00★ (608)

Cuisine

Author: Victoria Buriak
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!

Ingredients

  • chicken broth: 8 cups
  • lemon juice: 0.5 cup (fresh)
  • carrots: 0.5 cup (shredded)
  • onion: 0.5 cup (finely chopped)
  • celery: 0.5 cup (finely chopped)
  • chicken soup base: 6 Tbsp
  • ground white pepper: 0.25 tsp
  • margarine: 0.25 cup
  • all-purpose flour: 0.25 cup
  • egg yolks: 8 piece
  • white rice: 1 cup (cooked)
  • diced, cooked chicken meat: 1 cup
  • slices lemon: 16 piece

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  1. 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.
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  2. Blend margarine and flour in a small bowl; gradually stir into soup mixture. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 8 to 10 minutes.
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  3. 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.
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  4. Add rice and chicken; cook until warmed through. Ladle hot soup into bowls and garnish with lemon slices.
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