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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup- Easy & Delicious Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350
A comforting and flavorful soup combining tender chicken, orzo, and fresh lemon for a bright, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables

  • 2 sticks celery (finely chopped)
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled and chopped)
  • 1/2 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 pounds uncooked chicken breasts
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or to taste)
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot. Sauté celery, carrots, and onion until softened.
  • Add garlic and cook briefly. Stir in flour, then gradually add chicken broth and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add chicken breasts, cover, and cook until done. Remove, shred, and set aside.
  • Bring broth to a boil, add orzo, and cook until tender. Return chicken to the pot.
  • Stir in lemon juice, salt, pepper, and parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon just before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Lemon, orzo