Lemon Chicken Soup — Cozy Comfort Food Recipe

Lemon Chicken Soup

A cozy, comforting classic to warm you up

There's something deeply comforting about a bowl of lemon chicken soup, especially when the bright, fresh flavor of lemon cuts through a rich, savory broth. This beginner-friendly recipe brings together everything people love about classic chicken soup while adding a citrusy lift that makes it feel lighter, fresher, and incredibly satisfying.

Ingredients

• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 6 tablespoons chicken soup base
• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/4 cup margarine
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 cup diced, cooked chicken meat
• 16 lemon slices
• 8 egg yolks

Instructions

1. Build the soup base: In a large pot, combine chicken broth, fresh lemon juice, carrots, onion, celery, chicken soup base, and white pepper. Bring everything to a gentle boil.
2. Simmer for flavor: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 23 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and the lemon to infuse the broth.
3. Make the roux: In a separate saucepan, melt the margarine over low heat. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring constantly until smooth.
4. Thicken the soup: Slowly stir the roux into the simmering soup. Cook for another 12 minutes, stirring often, until the soup thickens into a smooth, velvety texture.
5. Prepare the egg yolks: Whisk the egg yolks in a bowl until fully blended.
6. Temper the eggs: Slowly ladle a little hot soup into the yolks while whisking, then stir the tempered yolks back into the pot. Warm gently without boiling.
7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top each with a fresh lemon slice.

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