Description
A comforting and flavorful Lemon Rosemary Chicken Soup recipe that is perfect for a cozy meal. This soup is packed with tender chicken, aromatic rosemary, and zesty lemon flavors, making it a delightful and satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ½ cup orzo pasta (or other small pasta)
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the garlic and rosemary and cook for 1 more minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the orzo pasta and simmer for 8-10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, lemon juice, and lemon zest, and let simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For a heartier soup, add chopped potatoes or white beans.
- Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust lemon and rosemary levels to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
