Greek Lemon Chicken Soup || Gracefult Kitchen

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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

Soups

This easy Greek lemon chicken soup is a perfect introduction to avgolemono, a traditional Greek soup. Serve with fresh pita triangles, and you'll be sure to please your guests!

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 (see note)
¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
8 egg yolks
1 cup cooked white rice
1 cup diced, cooked chicken meat
lemon slices for garnish (Optional)

Description

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 butter 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.