Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Cozy Comfort for Any Season
A comforting and flavorful Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup perfect for any season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside; add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot.
- Sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Return chicken to the pot and add chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add orzo and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Stir in spinach and lemon juice before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This soup can be served with crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, comfort food, soup recipes