Description
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting bowl of warmth that combines zesty lemon, tender chicken, and hearty orzo pasta. This delightful dish is perfect for chilly days and family gatherings, bringing a burst of sunshine to your table with every spoonful. Quick to prepare, this soup will not only nourish your body but also lift your spirits, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced)
- 2 medium carrots (chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (sliced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and mincing garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, cooking until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Remove chicken from the pot; add chopped carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until tender (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in orzo pasta; reduce heat and simmer until al dente (approximately 8 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Return shredded chicken to the pot along with lemon juice, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices or thyme sprigs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg