Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe
A warm and comforting soup featuring the vibrant flavors of lemon and hearty chicken, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
- 2 sticks Celery, chopped finely
- 2 medium Carrots, peeled and chopped finely
- 0.5 medium Onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 6 cups Chicken Broth
- 0.25 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1.5 pounds Chicken Breasts, uncooked
- 1 cup Orzo, uncooked
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley, chopped (or to taste)
- to taste Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, melt the butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the celery, carrots, and onion, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for about 30 seconds. Sprinkle in the flour, mixing well for another minute.
- Add the chicken broth and mix until the flour is dissolved. Then, add the Italian seasoning and uncooked chicken breasts.
- Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil. Cover the pot slightly open and reduce the heat to let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the uncooked orzo and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is tender.
- Remove the chicken from the pot and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Return the chicken to the soup.
- Mix in the lemon juice and fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, enjoying a bowl of comforting lemon chicken orzo soup.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for better flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the orzo, and consider using rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
- Store leftovers properly.
Nutrition
Calories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gIron: -2mg
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