Description
Bright lemon chicken orzo soup blends tender chicken, fluffy orzo, and citrus zest in a clear broth with carrots, celery, and parsley. Ready in under 40 minutes, this nutritious, comforting bowl offers balanced protein, carbs, and vitamin‑rich veggies, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. Capture its vibrant color and fresh aroma for Pinterest, and enjoy a satisfying, homemade soup that feels both hearty and light. Serve hot with crusty bread for a complete, comforting meal.Enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- juice and zest of 1 lemon
- salt and pepper to taste
- chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add garlic, cook 1 minute, then add chicken breasts and broth; bring to a simmer.
- Simmer chicken for about 15 minutes, remove and shred, return to pot.
- Add orzo and cook until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper; garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor
- use low‑sodium broth and add a splash of grape juice. Adjust lemon to taste. Serve with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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