Best 8 Chicken And Rice Soup With Lemon Recipes

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Indulge in the comforting aroma and delectable flavors of our classic Chicken and Rice Soup with Lemon, a culinary masterpiece that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a zesty lemon twist. This hearty soup is not only a culinary delight but also a soothing remedy for cold winter days or whenever you need a warm embrace.

Our collection of recipes caters to various dietary preferences and cooking styles. Whether you're a traditionalist seeking the timeless flavors of grandma's kitchen or a health-conscious individual seeking a lighter version, we've got you covered. From the classic Chicken and Rice Soup with Lemon to its gluten-free, low-carb, and vegan counterparts, each recipe promises a unique culinary experience.

For those who love a classic, our traditional Chicken and Rice Soup with Lemon is a must-try. This comforting dish features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a delightful lemon zest that brightens up the entire soup. If you're looking for a healthier alternative, our gluten-free and low-carb version uses cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice, creating a guilt-free indulgence.

For those following a vegan lifestyle, our plant-based Chicken and Rice Soup with Lemon is the perfect choice. This hearty soup swaps chicken for tofu or jackfruit, resulting in a flavorful and satisfying dish that's packed with plant-based protein. And for those who appreciate a creamy twist, our Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup with Lemon adds a velvety richness that takes this classic soup to the next level.

No matter your dietary preferences or culinary desires, our collection of Chicken and Rice Soup with Lemon recipes has something for everyone. So grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on a culinary journey that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP WITH LEMON



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This comforting soup is packed with protein and still clocks in at under 400 calories per serving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

7 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3/4 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (1 large chicken breast half)
1 cup long-grain white rice
3 large eggs
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Chopped fresh dill, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine broth and chicken; bring broth to a gentle simmer over medium. Reduce heat slightly so liquid is moving but not simmering; cook until chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest until cool enough to handle. Shred into bite-size pieces.
  • Bring broth to a rapid simmer; add rice and cook just until tender, 16 to 18 minutes. Return chicken to pot. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs until frothy; whisk in lemon juice. Whisking constantly, slowly pour 1 cup hot broth into egg mixture. Immediately whisk egg mixture into pot. Season soup with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with pepper and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 32 g

LEMON CHICKEN & RICE SOUP



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Years ago, I fell hard for a lemony Greek soup at Panera Bread. It was just a special back then, but I re-created it at home so we could eat it whenever a craving hit! -Kristin Cherry, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 4h50m

Yield 12 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
5 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
8 cups coarsely chopped Swiss chard, kale or spinach
2 large carrots, finely chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 medium lemon, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken; cook and stir until browned. Transfer to a 6-qt. slow cooker. Repeat with remaining oil and chicken., Stir broth, vegetables, lemon slices, lemon juice, lemon zest and pepper into slow cooker with chicken. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender. Stir in rice; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 612mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEATER'S CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP WITH LEMON AND KALE



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Provided by Megan Mitchell

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups low-sodium organic chicken bone broth
3 lemons, zested and juiced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 organic rotisserie chicken, shredded into small pieces
3 medium carrots, scrubbed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 cup arborio rice
5 ounces baby kale, roughly chopped
1/3 cup finely chopped dill

Steps:

  • Combine the broth, lemon zest and juice, the 2 teaspoons salt, the turmeric and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a 6-quart Dutch oven or stock pot. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the chicken, carrots and rice. Cover and simmer until the rice is tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Add the kale and chopped dill. Cook just until the kale has wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Taste for seasoning.
  • Ladle the soup into shallow bowls and garnish each with a few dill sprigs and more black pepper.

ROAST LEMON CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP



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It's so worth roasting a whole chicken for this next-level chicken-and-rice soup, Plus, you'll never just squeeze a lemon again when you taste the levels of flavor roasted lemon slices bring to the dish. If you plan to make the Escarole Salad with Roast Lemon Chicken, Lardons, and Poached Eggs another day, then reserve two tablespoons of the pan juices for the vinaigrette.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes 2 1/2 quarts; Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup long-grain white rice
1 3/4 cups water
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
6 cups chicken stock, preferably homemade
2 cups shredded chicken from Roast Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken
Roast lemons, shallots, and pan juices from Roast Spatchcocked Lemon Chicken
Coarsely chopped fresh dill, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring rice, water, lemon zest, and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir once, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer until rice is cooked and water evaporates, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
  • Bring stock to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in rice, chicken, lemons, shallots, and pan juices, and simmer 1 minute. Remove from heat, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide soup among 4 to 6 bowls, and season with lemon juice and dill.

CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP WITH CELERY, PARSLEY AND LEMON



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This soup is simultaneously cozy and fresh. It's just the kind of thing you want to eat when you're sick and seeking something that'll perk you up and get you through it. The soup simmers long enough for the rice to start to break down so it thickens the soup. If you prefer a brothier soup that's predominantly chicken and rice floating in broth, cook just until the rice is tender. Or if you want thick porridge, just keep simmering. (You can't really overcook chicken thighs.) Lemon juice adds brightness, as does the lively mix of parsley, lemon, garlic and celery leaves strewn on top.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, grains and rice, poultry, soups and stews, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups chicken broth
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
4 stalks celery, leaves reserved and stalks thinly sliced
3/4 cup jasmine rice (unrinsed)
Kosher salt
1/2 cup fresh parsley leaves
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest plus up to 1/2 cup lemon juice (from 2 to 3 lemons)
1 small garlic clove
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven or pot, combine the broth, chicken, celery and rice. Season lightly with salt. (Some broths have more salt than others, so start easy.) Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and the rice starts to break down and lose its shape, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, finely chop together the parsley leaves, lemon zest and up to 1/2 cup celery leaves. Transfer to a small bowl, grate the garlic clove into the bowl, season with salt and stir to combine.
  • Using tongs, remove the chicken from the pot and transfer to a medium bowl. Using two forks, shred the chicken into pieces, then stir it back into the soup. Remove from heat, stir in the butter (if using), and season to taste with salt. Stir in the lemon juice a little at a time until the soup is bright but still tastes like chicken. (You may not use the full 1/2 cup juice.)
  • Divide the soup among bowls and top with the parsley-lemon mixture. (The soup, minus the lemon juice and parsley mixture, can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; the rice will absorb liquid as it sits, so add more chicken broth when reheating. Add the lemon juice and fresh herb garnish just before serving.)

LEMON CHICKEN RICE SOUP



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I got this recipe from a friend, who served it to me one chilly night. It is very much a "comfort food" for me and quite easy to make with leftover chicken. When you are adding the eggs, be careful to add them very slowly and make sure the soup is not too hot, otherwise your eggs will split. I find it helps to take the soup off the burner for a few minutes before adding the eggs. You should end up with a smooth cream-like base to your soup, not broken eggy bits like in egg drop soup.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups chicken broth
1 chicken bouillon cube
1/3 cup rice, uncooked
1/3 cup carrot, diced
1/3 cup celery, chopped
1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
1 cup chicken, cubed and cooked
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
3 eggs
3 tablespoons lemon juice
salt and pepper
lemon slice (optional)
sliced green onions or parsley (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine chicken broth, bouillon cube, rice, carrots, celery and onion.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice and vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in chicken.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Then, in a small saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour until smooth.
  • Gradually add 2 cups of broth mixture, cook until slightly thickened, stirring constantly.
  • In a small bowl, beat the eggs until frothy.
  • Gradually beat lemon juice and 2 cups thickened broth into the large pot of soup.
  • Very slowly add egg mixture into the soup, stirring constantly. Do not do this if your soup is boiling or very hot or your eggs will split. You may want to take the soup off the burner for a few minutes before you add the eggs.
  • Heat gently until soup thickens enough to coat a spoon-- do not boil!
  • Add salt and pepper to taste, garnish with lemon.

TURKEY (OR CHICKEN) SOUP WITH LEMON AND RICE



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This comforting soup is inspired by a Middle Eastern chicken soup. It's great with or without leftover turkey - don't hesitate to pull turkey stock from the freezer and make it with just vegetables and rice.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves six

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 quarts turkey stock or chicken stock
4 celery stalks, with leaves, thinly sliced
2 leeks, white part only, cleaned and sliced
4 garlic cloves, green shoots removed, thinly sliced
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
Juice of 1 to 2 lemons, to taste
1/2 pound zucchini, sliced
2 cups shredded leftover turkey (optional)
1/2 cup basmati rice, cooked
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring the stock to a simmer, and add the celery, leeks, garlic, salt, pepper and lemon juice. Simmer gently for 30 minutes. Add the zucchini and leftover turkey, if you have it, and simmer for another 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in the rice and the cilantro. Taste and adjust seasonings, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 172, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1037 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

SLOW COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN SOUP WITH LEMON, RICE AND DILL



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This lightly creamy and incredibly comforting soup is all about the almost-austere interplay of chicken, broth, white rice and lemon. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice: Any variety will work. Tempering the yolks (slowly whisking hot broth into them) ensures that they will emulsify and thicken the soup, and not scramble. Use a half cup of lemon juice for an assertively tart soup, but, for a gentler effect, use the smaller amount. If you prefer, you can use an equivalent weight of chicken legs instead of thighs.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, soups and stews, main course

Time 6h20m

Yield 4 to 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large yellow onion, peeled and quartered
2 carrots, peeled, trimmed and halved
2 celery stalks, halved
5 large garlic cloves, peeled
1 bay leaf
3 1/2 to 4 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 8 thighs)
6 cups chicken broth or stock
Black pepper
Kosher salt
2 cups cooked white rice
1/3 to 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 large lemons), more as needed
4 large egg yolks
1/2 cup sour cream
1 small bunch dill, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine the onion, carrot, celery, garlic and bay leaf in a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker. Pull the skin off half of the thighs and discard it (or save to render the fat at another time). Add the chicken to the slow cooker and top with broth. Season generously with pepper. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt if you are using low-sodium broth or 1 teaspoon salt if using homemade unsalted stock. (Do not add salt now if you are using fully salted broth.) Cover and cook on low for at least 4 hours and up to 6 hours. If it's more convenient, you can let the slow cooker switch to warm after 6 hours. The soup will hold on warm for about another 2 hours before the chicken starts to dry out.
  • With a spoon or ladle, skim and discard any obvious foam and fat from the top of the soup. With tongs or a slotted spoon, remove the chicken and vegetables to a bowl and strain the broth. Discard the vegetables (or if they still have flavor, set them aside for a snack) and let the chicken cool while you finish the soup. Return the broth to the slow cooker, and switch the heat to high. Stir in the rice, cover and let the soup heat up until it is at least steaming hot, or bubbling a bit around the edges, about 10 minutes.
  • Whisk the lemon juice, egg yolks and sour cream in a medium bowl until creamy and combined. Dip a liquid measuring cup into the hot broth. While whisking constantly, very slowly drizzle about 2 cups of hot broth into the lemon juice mixture until fully combined and smooth. Pour this mixture into the slow cooker with the rest of the soup and whisk for another minute or so, until the soup starts to thicken enough to lightly coat the back of a spoon. Coarsely shred the chicken meat and add it into the soup, discarding the bones and skin. Stir in the dill and taste the soup. Add salt if necessary, and more lemon juice and black pepper if you like. If the soup isn't hot enough, cover and let heat on high for another 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 858, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 52 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 52 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 1711 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chicken broth for the best flavor. If you don't have homemade chicken broth, look for a low-sodium store-bought brand.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot with chicken and rice. This will prevent the soup from becoming too thick.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will make the soup mushy.
  • Add the vegetables towards the end of the cooking time so that they retain their鮮豔的色彩和清脆的口感.
  • Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or dried thyme.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.

Conclusion:

This classic chicken and rice soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make this delicious soup at home. So next time you're feeling under the weather or just хочется чего-то уютного, give this chicken and rice soup a try.

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