Description
A light and refreshing soup featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a bright burst of lemon for a cozy yet vibrant meal.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo pasta and cook according to package directions, about 8-10 minutes, until tender.
- Stir in shredded chicken and oregano; simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- Add more broth if the soup thickens as it sits.
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time on prep.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice based on your taste preference.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; the orzo may absorb more broth over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg