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Chicken Soup

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This isn't your average bowl of soup; it&# 226;€™s a vibrant, Southern-inspired sauce that blends the richness of poultry drippings with the bright pop of lemon and cranberry. Ideal for serving alongside roasted turkey or chicken, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The base is enriched with chicken broth and thickened slightly with a roux of fat and flour, creating a silky mouthfeel. The addition of whole cranberry jelly provides bursts of sweetness and tartness, while fresh lemon juice and zest lift the overall profile. It’s a comforting, festive accompaniment that feels both homestyle and elegant. Perfect for holiday dinners or special weeknight meals, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a memorable culinary experience. Serve it warm in a gravy boat for an easy, impressive touch.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 139.8
Description
This isn't your average bowl of soup; it&# 226;€™s a vibrant, Southern-inspired sauce that blends the richness of poultry drippings with the bright pop of lemon and cranberry. Ideal for serving alongside roasted turkey or chicken, this dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The base is enriched with chicken broth and thickened slightly with a roux of fat and flour, creating a silky mouthfeel. The addition of whole cranberry jelly provides bursts of sweetness and tartness, while fresh lemon juice and zest lift the overall profile. It’s a comforting, festive accompaniment that feels both homestyle and elegant. Perfect for holiday dinners or special weeknight meals, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a memorable culinary experience. Serve it warm in a gravy boat for an easy, impressive touch.
Ingredients
  • 1 (10 1/2 oz.) can condensed chicken broth
  • 1/4 C. lemon juice
  • 1 Can whole cranberry jelly
Directions
  1. 1
    Skim fat from poultry drippings and spoon 3 tablespoons into a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Whisk flour and salt into the heated fat, cooking and stirring until the mixture turns golden.
  3. 3
    Meanwhile, skim and discard any remaining fat from the poultry drippings, leaving the juices and brown bits.
  4. 4
    Add the can of condensed chicken broth and enough water to the drippings to equal 3 1/2 cups total liquid.
  5. 5
    Gradually whisk the warm poultry drippings and broth mixture into the flour-fat roux.
  6. 6
    Cook and stir until the gravy boils and becomes slightly thick.
  7. 7
    Add the lemon juice and grated peel of one lemon to the saucepan.
  8. 8
    Cook over medium heat until the mixture is bubbly hot.
  9. 9
    Stir in the can of whole cranberry jelly, cooking until it is fully dissolved and heated through.
  10. 10
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. 11
    Pour the finished sauce into a warmed gravy boat and serve immediately with turkey or chicken.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 139.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.4g6%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 23.1mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 19.1g7%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g20%
Sugars 4.3g
Protein 8.1g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, cranberry, gravy, lemon, sausage, sauce, southern, turkey, holiday, side-dish, festive, comfort-food, drippings, glaze, appetizer
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