Description
A comforting soup combining tender orzo pasta, juicy chicken, and a fresh hint of lemon, perfect for any season.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add orzo, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for 8–10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken, oregano, pepper, and salt. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and chopped dill. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices and more fresh dill if desired.
Notes
For added nutrition, consider adding spinach or kale. Adjust the broth amount for a thicker consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: chicken soup, orzo, lemon soup, comforting soup, easy soup recipe