Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Food Recipe
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is the perfect cozy comfort food, combining tender chicken, vibrant flavors, and hearty orzo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken, cooking until browned.
- Add the carrots, celery, onion, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the orzo and cook according to package instructions.
- Stir in the spinach, lemon juice, and zest; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or parsley.
- Substitute homemade broth for a richer taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, Comfort Food