Description

Warm up with a bowl of Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, perfect for chilly days or gatherings with friends. This delightful soup features tender chicken, zesty lemon, and tiny orzo pasta simmered in a savory broth. It’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings smiles and nourishes the soul.

Ingredients

Scale

2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
1 cup orzo pasta
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tsp fresh or dried dill
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and carrots; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
Stir in garlic; season with salt and pepper. Add chicken breasts whole, searing until golden brown on both sides.
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer while scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom.
Add orzo pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes) until al dente.
Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and stir in dill. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot, garnished with extra dill or grated Parmesan if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 310
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like spinach or kale for extra nutrition. For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth and replace chicken with chickpeas.