25-Min Lemon Chicken Soup with Crispy Croutons
Silky Greek-style chicken and rice soup brightened with lemon and egg, finished with a tangy dollop of sour cream. Crispy croutons add the perfect crunch.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 28g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Pour broth into a large pot and bring to a rolling boil over medium-high heat, ~3 minutes.
Step 2
Add carrots and rice, then lower heat to medium and simmer until rice is tender, ~12 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in shredded chicken and lemon juice, then remove from heat and let cool 1 minute.
Step 4
Whisk eggs in a bowl, then slowly drizzle into the soup while stirring constantly to create a silky texture.
Step 5
Season with salt and pepper to taste, then ladle into bowls.
Step 6
Top each bowl with a spoonful of sour cream and a handful of croutons, then serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot (6-quart)
- wooden spoon or ladle
- small mixing bowl
- whisk
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