Description
A warm and delightful lemon chicken orzo soup that encapsulates comfort food at its best, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the shredded chicken and orzo pasta. Cook according to the pasta package instructions.
- Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Prep vegetables in advance for quicker cooking. Monitor orzo cooking time to avoid overcooking.
