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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: The Best Comforting Recipe You’ll Love

A warm and cozy lemon chicken orzo soup that will brighten your day!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 cups spinach
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken, onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
  3. Stir in the garlic, chicken broth, thyme, and oregano. Bring to a boil.
  4. Add the orzo and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the spinach and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Add extra lemon juice for more tartness.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, comforting soup, chicken soup