Description
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a warm, comforting dish that combines tender chicken, hearty orzo pasta, and vibrant lemon flavors. This soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, offering a delightful balance of savory and citrus notes that will please all palates. With its quick preparation time and healthy ingredients, this one-pot wonder is an ideal choice for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends. Packed with vegetables and lean protein, it not only satisfies the appetite but also nourishes the body. Enjoy every spoonful of this delicious homemade soup that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds uncooked chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked orzo
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 sticks celery (chopped)
- 2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped)
- 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or to taste)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, sauté celery, carrots, and onions in butter and olive oil over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Stir in flour and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, add Italian seasoning and chicken breasts; bring to a boil.
- Cover partially and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in orzo and cook for an additional 10 minutes until tender.
- Remove chicken, chop it into pieces, return it to the pot along with lemon juice and parsley; season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg