Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Comforting, Hearty Delight
A warm and invigorating soup perfect for any season, featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a delicate lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo pasta and cooked chicken back to the pot.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer until the orzo is tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use leftover chicken for a quicker version.
- Adjust lemon juice to taste for more brightness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg