Description
This Cozy Lemon Chicken & Rice Soup is a heartwarming dish combining zesty lemon, tender chicken, and creamy rice for ultimate comfort.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (can substitute with avocado oil)
- 1 medium Onion (adds sweetness and depth)
- 4 cloves Garlic (fresh enhances flavor)
- 1.5 cups Arborio Rice (uncooked, provides creaminess)
- 8 cups Chicken Broth (can use bone broth for extra nutrition)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme (or 1/3 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano (elevates herbal quality)
- 0.5 cups Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed for best flavor)
- 2 Eggs
- 2 Egg Yolks
- 0.75 pounds Cooked Chicken (shredded, use leftover rotisserie chicken)
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea Salt (adjust to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (adjust to taste)
- Garnishes: Chopped Parsley, Aleppo Pepper, Fresh or Dry Dill
Instructions
1. Pour olive oil into a large pot over medium heat and let it warm up. Add diced onions and sauté for 6-7 minutes until translucent.
2. Add mashed garlic and continue sautéing for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Stir in uncooked Arborio rice, chicken broth, fresh thyme, and dried oregano. Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
5. Slowly ladle some hot soup into the egg mixture while whisking continuously to prevent curdling. Blend until smooth and return to the pot.
6. Fold in shredded chicken, season with salt and pepper, and let warm through for a couple of minutes.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley, dill, and a pinch of Aleppo pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.