Chicken, Asparagus And Lemon Soup Recipe

Name: Chicken, Asparagus And Lemon Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped; 3 boneless chicken breasts, cup into pieces; 7 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 lemon, juice and zest of; 1 teaspoon thyme; 1 1/2 lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed; 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf, torn in pieces; 1 egg yolk; 1 1/4 cups light cream

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion and fry very gently until transparent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the chicken pieces to the pan and cook over a fairly high heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring all the time.
3
Add the chicken stock, lemon zest ONLY (juice will be added later) and thyme to the pan and simmer for 10 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Remove and plunge into ice water. (Save some of the small tips for garnish if you wish).
5
Add the asparagus and the basil leaves to the pan, cover and simmer 30 minutes until the asparagus is well cooked.
6
Allow the mixture to cool about 15 minutes, then process in a blender or food processor until very smooth. Poor back into the pan.
7
Beat the egg yolk with a little of the cream, strain into a small bowl, add a little of the soup and mix thoroughly. Add to the soup with the lemon juice and the rest of the cream. Allow to warm through gently, being careful not to let it boil.
8
Serve the soup garnished with a few of the reserved asparagus tips and a sprig of fresh basil.

1281

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

172

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, peeled and roughly chopped, 3 boneless chicken breasts, cup into pieces, 7 1/2 cups chicken stock, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Asparagus And Lemon Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken, Asparagus And Lemon Soup

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