Description
A refreshing and vibrant soup that combines tender chicken, zesty lemon, and hearty orzo pasta, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened.
- Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Stir in the shredded chicken, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with chickpeas and use vegetable broth.
- Adjust the lemon juice according to your taste preference.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup, Bright Soup, Comfort Food, Chicken Soup