PORTUGUESE CHICKEN, LEMON AND MINT SOUP

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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Time 2h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 wide strips lemon zest
4 sprigs mint, plus 1/4 cup chopped mint
1 stalk celery, roughly chopped
1 onion, roughly chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
4 sprigs parsley
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
4 quarts water or low-sodium chicken broth (or a combination)
1/4 cup white rice
Juice of 1/2 lemon (2 tablespoons) Kosher salt
Cayenne pepper
1 4-to-5-pound chicken, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken, celery, onion, garlic, parsley, lemon zest, mint sprigs, red pepper flakes and water or broth in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil and skim off any foam. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer, skimming as needed, 45 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
  • Strain the stock through a fine sieve into a large bowl. Transfer the chicken to a plate to cool and discard the vegetable mixture. Return the stock to the saucepan over medium-low heat and simmer until it is slightly reduced and flavorful, about 30 minutes. Add the rice and simmer until tender, about 20 more minutes.
  • When the chicken is cool enough to handle, remove the skin, then remove the meat from the bones and tear it into bite-size pieces. Add to the stock and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add the lemon juice, chopped mint, and salt and cayenne pepper to taste; cook 2 to 3 more minutes.

lorraine stevens
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This soup is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Ripon Mulla
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


Sakariye Ismacil
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I'm not a big fan of soup, but this one is really good! The flavors are well-balanced and it's not too heavy.


Awais Butt darr
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it always makes me feel better.


Usama Khalid
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and refreshing. I always make a double batch so I have leftovers.


Harley Davidson
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This soup is easy to make and it's so delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Neda Naser
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I made this soup for my family, and they all loved it! Even my picky kids ate it up.


Rezaan Swartz
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This soup is perfect for a summer meal. It's light and refreshing, and it's packed with flavor.


Shahab khan11 Khan
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This soup is so flavorful and refreshing! I love the combination of lemon and mint. I will definitely be making this again.


Thomas Jakes
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I added some chopped carrots and celery to the soup, and it was delicious! I also used chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts, and it turned out great.


KAMIL MEHER
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon, but I really enjoyed this soup. The lemon flavor was subtle and not at all overpowering. I would definitely make this soup again.


Chris Painter
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal. I love that I can just throw everything in the pot and let it simmer while I do other things.


Fiaz king Fiaz king
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I made this soup for a dinner party last night, and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how flavorful and refreshing it was. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation of recipes.


Golu Gaud
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the lemon and mint gave it a refreshing brightness. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.