Lemon Chicken Rice Bowl (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
01 -
1 yellow onion, chopped into small bits
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2-3 medium carrots, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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6 garlic cloves, finely minced
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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3 celery stalks, sliced thinly (about 1 cup)
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1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
→ Seasonings
08 -
Add salt and pepper as needed
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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2 teaspoons chicken bouillon (granulated)
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1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
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Pinch to ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
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½ teaspoon dried basil
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½ teaspoon thyme (dried)
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1 bay leaf
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½ teaspoon of salt
→ Liquids
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¼ cup fresh lemon juice
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8 cups chicken stock with low salt
→ Add Later
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2 yolks of eggs
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2 big eggs
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1 cup of uncooked jasmine rice
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2 tablespoons of fresh dill, chopped
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2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
Warm up your favorite Dutch oven with some oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper on the chicken and let it sizzle for about 2 minutes on each side. Then, take it out and set it aside.
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Toss in the butter and let it melt in the pot. Add the onions, diced carrots, and celery. Cook until they soften up. Quickly stir in garlic and chili for about 30 seconds.
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Pop the chicken back into the soup pot. Toss in lemon zest, granulated bouillon, herbs, and broth.
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Put the lid on, bring it up to a big bubble, then lower it to a gentle simmer. After 12-15 minutes, your chicken should feel tender.
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In a separate bowl, mix lemon juice with eggs and egg yolks using a whisk.
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Take the chicken out of the pot. Once it’s cool enough, pull it apart into bite-sized pieces.
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Pour the uncooked jasmine rice into the soup, cover it up, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the rice is close to fully cooked.
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Turn off the heat. Slowly mix hot broth into the egg blend, one ladle at a time—around four in total—while whisking steady.
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Pour the egg mixture into the soup while stirring it gently. Toss in your shredded chicken, dill, and parsley.
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Taste test and sprinkle in more salt and pepper if needed to make the flavors pop.
# Notes:
01 -
Rotisserie chicken works as an alternative.
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Brown rice is a great swap if you prefer it.
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Use less or more lemon juice depending on what you like.