Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (w/ Orzo)

Lemon Chicken Soup that tastes great with or without Orzo

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the chicken broth, lemon juice, carrots, onions, water chestnuts, corn, soup base, and white pepper.

Step 2

If cooking Orzo separately, begin now. If cooking Orzo in soup rather than on side, add now - (for more stew-like product). It will try to stick, so it needs more stirring and simmering, and makes less volume.

Step 3

Bring to a boil on high, then simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 4

Add cooked Orzo (If you cooked it separately)

Step 5

Blend the butter and the flour together. Then gradually add it to the soup mixture.

Step 6

Simmer for 10 minutes more, stirring frequently.

Step 7

Meanwhile, beat the egg yolks until light in color. Gradually add some of the hot soup to the egg yolks, stirring constantly.

Step 8

Return the egg mixture to the soup pot and heat through.

Step 9

Add the orzo and chicken. Heat until feeling good about flavor.

Step 10

Ladle hot soup into bowls and add garnish if feeling fancy.