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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup That Brightens Any Cozy Night

This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting dish combining tender chicken, orzo, and bright flavors, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Essential for a hearty base
  • 1 cup orzo pasta Adds delightful texture
  • 1 medium onion, diced Offers sweet and savory depth
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced Adds fragrant kick
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced Brings natural sweetness
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped Contributes crunch and aroma
  • 8 cups chicken broth Delivers rich flavor
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or kale Imparts leafy goodness
  • 1 lemon zest + juice Brightens the soup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for sautéing
  • Salt and pepper to taste Essential for flavor balance
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
  1. Prepare your veggies by dicing onion, mincing garlic, slicing carrots, and chopping celery.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté the chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Sauté the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and chopped celery for about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add orzo pasta to the boiling broth and cook according to package instructions, about 9-10 minutes.
  6. Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  7. Stir the shredded chicken back into the pot and simmer for an additional minute.
  8. Add spinach or kale, along with lemon zest and juice. Cook for another 2 minutes.
  9. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and monitor cooking times for optimal results.

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