Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo
Bright, zesty, and wonderfully comforting, Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo is the perfect bowl of warmth for any season. Featuring tender shredded chicken, a medley of sautéed vegetables, and delicate orzo pasta simmered in a rich chicken broth, this soup gets its vibrant flavor from freshly squeezed lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest. Finished with a burst of fresh dill and parsley, this recipe balances hearty and refreshing in every spoonful. With just 15 minutes of prep time and ready in under an hour, it's an easy yet elegant choice for a weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch. Pair it with crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrot, peeled and diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 0.25 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Once the broth is boiling, add the orzo pasta. Lower the heat to medium and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, and let it heat through for 2-3 minutes.
Add in the lemon juice, lemon zest, fresh dill, and fresh parsley. Stir to combine.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Serve hot with an extra sprinkle of fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2118 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 7320 mg | 318% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 204.4 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.8 g | ||
| Protein | 202.3 g | 405% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 4108 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
