Description
A comforting and bright lemon chicken orzo soup, perfect for cozy meals that feel refreshing.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Stir in the orzo and cook according to package instructions, usually 8-10 minutes.
- Add the shredded chicken and lemon juice, stirring to heat through.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter version, use rotisserie chicken. For gluten-free, swap the orzo for rice or gluten-free pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American