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Coney Island Chicken Lemon Rice Soup Recipe

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Description

Coney Island Chicken Lemon Rice Soup is a classic Greek soup that is both comforting and delicious. This easy-to-make soup is packed with chicken, rice, lemon, and egg, and is perfect for cold winter evenings or when you're feeling under the weather. The lemony broth is both refreshing and soothing, making it the perfect dish for any occasion.

Prep Time

The prep time for this soup is approximately 15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this soup is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup of long-grain rice
  • 8 cups of chicken broth
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 lemons, juiced and zested
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • A large pot
  • A mixing bowl
  • A whisk
  • A sharp knife
  • A cutting board

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken broth, rice, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it with a fork.
  6. In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy.
  7. Add the lemon juice and zest to the eggs and whisk to combine.
  8. Slowly pour the egg mixture into the soup, stirring constantly, until the eggs are cooked and the soup is thickened.
  9. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot and stir to combine.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a little bit of water or chicken broth to thin the soup out, as it thickens as it sits.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg
  • Sodium: 1250mg
  • Potassium: 400mg
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Vitamin A: 3%
  • Vitamin C: 10%
  • Calcium: 4%
  • Iron: 10%

Recipe Tips

  • For a creamier soup, add a splash of heavy cream at the end.
  • If you don't have chicken breasts, you can use chicken thighs instead.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon juice to your liking.
  • If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice instead.
  • This soup can also be made with leftover cooked chicken.

Enjoy this delicious Coney Island Chicken Lemon Rice Soup Recipe!


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