Carrie Wells
@carriesllew
Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup
A refreshing and hearty soup featuring tender orzo pasta, succulent chicken, and vibrant vegetables, all infused with zesty lemon flavor. Perfect for a cozy meal any time of the year!
Details
- Cuisine:other
- Meal Type:dinner
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:18
- Views:9
Recipe Information
- Prep time25 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time55 min.
- Servings12
Ingredients
- 8 ounces
- 1 teaspoon
- 3 medium
- 3 ribs
- 1 medium
- 2 cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- to taste
- to taste
- 1
- 3 (32 ounce) cartons
- 1/2 cup
- 1 lemon
- 8 ounces
- 1 (8 ounce) package
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup.
Step 1
Start by gathering all your ingredients for this delightful soup.
Step 2
In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil.
Step 3
Toss in the orzo pasta and let it cook for about five minutes, just until it’s partially tender.
Step 4
Once done, drain the orzo and give it a quick rinse under cold water to halt the cooking process.
Step 5
While the orzo is cooking, heat a splash of olive oil in another large pot over medium heat.
Step 6
Add in the chopped carrots, celery, and onion, and sauté them for about five minutes.
Step 7
You want the vegetables to soften and the onion to turn a lovely translucent color.
Step 8
Next, stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for an additional minute until your kitchen is filled with that wonderful aroma.
Step 9
Season the mixture with dried thyme, oregano, a bay leaf, salt, and black pepper, and let it cook for another 30 seconds to really bring out those flavors.
Step 10
Now, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.
Step 11
Once it’s bubbling, partially cover the pot, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it simmer for about ten minutes until the vegetables are tender and inviting.
Step 12
After that, add the cooked orzo, a splash of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and your chopped chicken to the pot.
Step 13
Allow everything to cook together for about five minutes until it’s all warmed through.
Step 14
Finally, stir in the baby spinach and let it cook for an additional two to three minutes until the spinach wilts beautifully and the orzo is perfectly tender.
Step 15
When you’re ready to serve, ladle the soup into bowls and, if you like, garnish with fresh lemon slices and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese for that extra touch of flavor.
Step 16
Enjoy your comforting bowl of soup!.