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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

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: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken breast, diced
  • 1 Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Carrot, diced
  • 1 Celery stalk, diced
  • 6 cups Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Orzo pasta
  • 1 Lemon, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil
  • ¼ cup Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions 

  1. 1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. 2. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened.
  3. 3. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
  4. 4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. 5. Add orzo pasta and cook until tender.
  6. 6. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  7. 7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chicken, Orzo, Soup
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