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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: Your New Comfort Food Delight

A comforting recipe for Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup that’s quick, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 stalk Celery diced
  • 2 medium Carrots sliced
For the Soup
  • 6 cups Chicken Stock
  • 2 medium Chicken Breasts cooked
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
For the Pasta
  • 1 cup Dry Orzo Pasta
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • handful Fresh Parsley chopped
  • to taste Fresh Dill optional
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Medium pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
  1. Melt butter in a medium pot over medium heat, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
  2. Incorporate diced celery and sliced carrots. Continue to sauté for an additional 3 minutes until softened.
  3. Pour in chicken stock and add shredded chicken with Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken, stir in dry orzo pasta, and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes.
  5. Shred cooked chicken and return to pot. Stir to combine.
  6. Stir in lemon juice, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and avoid overcooking the orzo. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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