Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: Easy Comfort Food for Cozy Nights
Enjoy a warm and comforting bowl of Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups spinach
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add chicken breasts, cook until browned on both sides.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo and cook until tender.
- Stir in spinach, lemon juice, and zest.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- For additional flavor, add herbs like thyme or dill.
- This soup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg