Description
A comforting and hearty Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup that’s perfect for a cozy night in. This soup is packed with tender orzo pasta, shredded chicken, and a flavorful tomato broth. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
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For the soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
For serving:
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil.
- Sauté vegetables: Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Add seasonings: Stir in garlic, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Cook orzo: Stir in orzo, simmer for 10 minutes until tender.
- Finish soup: Add chicken, simmer to heat through. Stir in parsley, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Serve hot, topped with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a richer broth, stir in a splash of cream or half-and-half before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
