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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

A comforting and zesty soup perfect for any season.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks celery, sliced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Cook until softened.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Add orzo and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Lemon, Orzo, Soup
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