Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
A warm and comforting soup featuring tender chicken, bright lemon, and delicate orzo, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lemon juice and zest
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and set aside.
- Add orzo to the pot and cook according to package instructions.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, then return shredded chicken to the soup.
- Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 2g