Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Warm and Cozy Comfort Recipe
A delicious and comforting lemon chicken orzo soup that’s perfect for any day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add chicken broth, carrots, celery, and thyme; bring to a boil.
- Stir in the orzo and cook according to package instructions.
- Add the cooked chicken, spinach, and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge.
- For a creamier soup, add a splash of cream before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipes