Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Light and Comforting Delight
This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a refreshing and soothing meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup orzo
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil and sauté the carrots, celery, and garlic until softened.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the orzo, thyme, lemon juice, and zest. Reduce heat and simmer until the orzo is cooked.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For added flavor, add a bay leaf while simmering.
- Leftover soup can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Lemon Orzo, Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup