Description
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh lemon for a bright and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Once the orzo is cooked, stir in the shredded chicken, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for a few minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
- Feel free to add more vegetables like spinach or kale.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American