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Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo Recipe

Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

This Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines the bright citrusy flavors of lemon with tender chicken and orzo pasta in a nourishing broth. Perfect for a cozy meal any time of the year.


Ingredients

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For the Soup:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • ¾ cup orzo pasta, uncooked
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • juice of 2 lemons
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill or parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, chicken, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer until chicken is cooked.
  3. Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot. Add orzo, cook until tender. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and spinach. Adjust seasoning. Garnish with dill or parsley.

Notes

  • For extra richness, stir in 1 beaten egg mixed with lemon juice at the end (Greek avgolemono-style).
  • You can use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1½ cups
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg