Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: Easy Comfort with a Twist of Flavor
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a refreshing and comforting dish perfect for nourishing the body and soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 lemons, juiced
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add carrots, celery, and onion to the pot. Sauté until softened.
- Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo, thyme, and the reserved chicken back into the pot. Cook until orzo is tender.
- Stir in lemon juice and spinach. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a bay leaf while simmering.
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg