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    Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

    Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a hearty and comforting soup featuring savory chicken and tender orzo pasta in a zesty lemony broth. The subtle tang of lemon creates a well-balanced and satisfying bowl of soup, perfect for soothing the soul any time of year!
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 6

    Ingredients

    • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
    • 1 tbsp olive oil
    • 2 ribs celery, diced
    • 2 large carrots, diced
    • 1 large onion, diced
    • 5 cloves garlic, minced
    • 3 tbsp all purpose flour
    • 6 cups chicken broth
    • 2 bay leaves
    • 4 strips lemon peel
    • 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
    • 1 tbsp fresh oregano
    • 1 tbsp fresh thyme
    • 1 tsp dried dill
    • 1 cup uncooked orzo
    • 1 medium lemon, juiced
    • 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley

    Instructions

    • Heat olive oil and butter in a large pot over medium high heat.
    • Add in celery, carrots and onions and saute for 4 minutes or until they start to get golden brown and tender.
      Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
    • Add in flour and cook stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes.
    • Slowly pour in the chicken broth, bay leaves, lemon peel, chicken thighs, oregano, thyme and dill.
      Cover and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches 165 degrees. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred with two forks.
    • Meanwhile add in the orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender.
      Remove the bay leaves and lemon peel. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot.
    • Remove the soup from the heat and stir in lemon juice and parsley.
      Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy!

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 21gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 972mgPotassium: 503mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4408IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 2mg