Description
Delight in the bright flavors of this Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, a comforting Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect for any day. With tender orzo pasta, succulent shredded chicken, and a zesty lemon twist, this soup is a bowl of warmth and goodness.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté vegetables: Add onion, carrots, and celery, sauté until softened.
- Add aromatics: Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Cook the soup: Add broth, orzo, chicken, herbs, and lemon zest. Simmer until orzo is tender.
- Finish the soup: Remove bay leaf, stir in lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, add parsley.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with crusty bread!
Notes
- For extra creaminess, stir in a beaten egg yolk mixed with a splash of hot broth just before serving.
- Leftovers thicken as the orzo absorbs more liquid—add extra broth when reheating.
