LEMONY CHICKEN SOUP

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While living in California, I enjoyed a delicious chicken-lemon soup at a local restaurant. When I returned to Texas, I experimented with many versions before landing on this one. -Brenda Tollett, San Antonio, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash ground nutmeg
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually whisk in broth, milk and cream. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. , Stir in chicken, lemon juice and seasonings; heat through over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 994mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

Charith Maduranga
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Overall, I thought this soup was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were nice, but it wasn't anything extraordinary.


Almaz Lemma
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This soup was a nice change of pace from my usual recipes. I'll definitely be making it again!


Ebenezer Awuah
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I really enjoyed this soup! It was so flavorful and comforting.


junaid MD
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This soup was a bit too salty for my taste.


Coco Ff
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I thought this soup was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavors were well-balanced.


Ayan Zohaib
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This soup was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Javed Anas
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The soup was too thick for my liking.


Sajan Tmg
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I found this soup to be bland and unflavorful.


Yanel
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This soup was a bit too sour for my taste.


Nicci Rounds
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I love this soup! It's so light and refreshing, and the lemony flavor is perfect.


Richard Chege
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This soup is a must-try! The flavors are amazing and it's so easy to make.


Mir Murtaza Bijrani
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Karen Bosomworth
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This soup was just what I needed on a cold winter day. It was so warm and comforting, and the lemony flavor really helped to brighten my mood.


md shafiq
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it without complaint. The soup was easy to make and didn't take too long either.


Ibrahim Mwanje
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The lemony flavor was so refreshing and bright, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I also loved the addition of the dill, which gave the soup a nice herbal flavor.


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