Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
A comforting and bright soup featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if replacing orzo with quinoa or rice)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by gathering all the necessary items.
- Sauté the onions in a large pot with olive oil until translucent, about 4-5 minutes, then add garlic.
- Add the chicken breasts and brown them slightly, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Introduce chopped carrots and sauté for 2 minutes, then pour in the chicken broth.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Add the orzo pasta and simmer for an additional 10-12 minutes until al dente.
- Shred the chicken, return it to the pot.
- Incorporate spinach and lemon juice just before serving.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve in bowls, garnished with dill and lemon juice if desired.
Notes
For a creamier soup, stir in some heavy cream just before serving. Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipe, Hearty Soup, Easy Soup