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Creamy Chicken Lemon Rice Soup

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A comforting and creamy chicken lemon rice soup with tender chicken, soft rice, and a bright, silky lemon-infused broth.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely diced carrot
  • 1/2 cup finely diced celery
  • 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/3 to 3/4 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 heaping cup shredded cooked chicken
  • Fresh parsley or mint, for garnish
  • Soup crackers, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrot, celery, and onion, and cook for 5–8 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in oregano and parsley, then pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Add rice, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs and lemon juice until smooth.
  5. Slowly add a ladle of hot broth into the egg mixture while whisking to temper it.
  6. Pour the tempered mixture back into the soup and stir gently to create a creamy texture.
  7. Add shredded chicken, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs and crackers.

Notes

  • Temper the eggs carefully to prevent scrambling.
  • Adjust rice quantity for desired thickness.
  • Add lemon zest for extra citrus flavor.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Add extra broth when reheating as rice absorbs liquid.

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