Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: The Best Cozy Comfort Recipe
A comforting and delicious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-carb
Ingredients
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- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the chicken breast and cook until browned.
- Add chicken broth, bring to a boil.
- Stir in orzo and cook until tender.
- Add spinach and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- For extra flavor, add herbs like thyme or parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup