Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Warm your soul with this vibrant Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, chewy orzo pasta, and fresh vegetables simmered in a zesty lemon broth. Perfect for chilly nights or family gatherings, this soup is quick to prepare and offers a nourishing meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons)
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill or thyme (or both)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Prep Your Ingredients: Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop the vegetables.
- 2. Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic for an additional minute.
- 3. Add Chicken: Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink (approximately 5-7 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- 4. Pour in Broth: Add chicken broth, carrots, and celery. Bring to a gentle boil.
- 5. Add Orzo: Stir in orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes).
- 6. Add Lemon Juice & Herbs: Mix in fresh lemon juice and herbs; season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg