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Easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

A bright and comforting soup made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, fresh vegetables, and a vibrant lemon finish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 6 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 0.75 cup orzo pasta uncooked
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken, seasoning, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Cook until chicken is tender, then remove and shred.
  5. Add orzo to the broth and cook until tender.
  6. Return chicken to the pot and stir in lemon juice and zest.
  7. Finish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Add extra broth when reheating as orzo absorbs liquid over time.