Description
Warm your soul with this vibrant Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo, a perfect blend of tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and zesty lemon flavors. This cozy dish is not only comforting but also quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or busy weeknights. Each spoonful is infused with nourishing ingredients that promise satisfaction and joy around your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups baby carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Juice of 2 fresh lemons (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or thyme (or both)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the pot and set aside.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Return the chicken to the pot with minced garlic and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove the chicken again; stir in the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions (approximately 8 minutes) until al dente.
- While the orzo cooks, shred or slice the chicken. Add it back into the pot along with lemon juice and herbs. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for another few minutes before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg