Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Bright and Easy Family Favorite
A light and flavorful soup that combines lemon, chicken, and orzo for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned on both sides.
- Set chicken aside and add carrots, celery, onion, and garlic to the pot.
- Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo and cook according to package instructions.
- Return the chicken to the pot and stir in lemon juice, zest, and spinach.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- This soup can be made in advance and reheated.
- For added flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg