Turmeric Chicken Soup with Orzo

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Turmeric Chicken Soup with Orzo.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious soup, grab a Dutch oven and warm up some olive oil over medium heat.

2. Step 2

   Toss in diced onion, carrot, and celery, and let them sauté together until the onion turns a lovely translucent color, which should take about 8 to 10 minutes.

3. Step 3

   Next, add in your chicken pieces, seasoning them with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

4. Step 4

   Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure everything gets a nice, even cook.

5. Step 5

   Now, it’s time to amp up the flavor! Stir in minced garlic, ginger, turmeric, and a pinch of red pepper flakes, cooking until the aroma fills your kitchen—this should take about a minute.

6. Step 6

   Increase the heat to medium-high and pour in the chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a lively boil.

7. Step 7

   Once it’s bubbling away, reduce the heat back to medium, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center, which will take about 8 to 10 minutes.

8. Step 8

   When the chicken is ready, carefully remove it from the pot and shred it once it’s cool enough to handle—this is where the magic happens! Bring the soup back to a boil over medium-high heat, and add in uncooked orzo.

9. Step 9

   Stir occasionally as it cooks until the orzo is tender yet still has a delightful bite, which should take another 8 to 10 minutes.

10. Step 10

    While that’s happening, remove the parsley stems and roughly chop the leaves.

11. Step 11

    Once the orzo is just right, stir in the chopped parsley, along with the shredded chicken and a splash of apple cider vinegar for that extra zing.

12. Step 12

    Give it a taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.

13. Step 13

    Serve your warm, comforting soup hot, and enjoy the cozy flavors that will surely warm your heart!.