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Easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup for Cozy Dinners

A comforting one-pot soup with tender chicken, orzo pasta, and bright lemon flavor, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 lbs chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.75 cup orzo pasta
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken, broth, bay leaf, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
  6. Remove chicken, shred, and return to pot.
  7. Stir in orzo and cook until tender.
  8. Add lemon juice and zest.
  9. Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

Notes

Add extra broth when reheating as orzo absorbs liquid.