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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Cozy, Easy Recipe to Savor

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting and easy recipe perfect for chilly days.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lemon, juiced and zested
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced carrots, celery, and garlic, sauté until softened.
  2. Add the chicken breast to the pot and brown on both sides.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot. Add orzo, lemon juice, and zest, cooking until orzo is tender.
  5. Stir in parsley and serve warm.

Notes

  • For added flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
  • This soup can also be made in a slow cooker.

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