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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

A comforting and flavorful soup featuring tender chicken, orzo pasta, and a hint of lemon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 2 sticks celery (chopped finely)
  • 2 medium carrots (peeled & chopped finely)
  • 1/2 medium onion (chopped)

Fats

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Aromatics

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons flour

Broth

  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 pounds uncooked chicken breasts
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or to taste)

Seasoning

  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Sauté celery, carrots, and onions in a pot with butter and oil for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add garlic, cook for 30 seconds, then stir in flour and cook for another minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth, add Italian seasoning and chicken, bring to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in orzo, cook for 10 minutes until orzo is done.
  • Remove chicken, chop, return to pot, add lemon juice, parsley, and season to taste.

Notes

Adjust lemon juice to taste for desired tartness.
Keyword chicken