Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Name: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 tsp butter, vegan butter, or ghee; 1 tsp olive oil; 1 cup celery (chopped); 1 ½ cup carrots (chopped); ½ onion (chopped); 3 cloves garlic (minced); ¼ tsp dried oregano; ½ tsp turmeric; 1 bay leaf (optional, if you have one); 6 cups chicken broth or stock; 1 lemon (for 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice ); 1 1/2 lb chicken tenderloins (or boneless, skinless chicken breast); ½ tsp salt; 1 cup gluten free orzo pasta; 2 Tbsp Fresh parsley (plus more for garnish); Fresh dill (for garnish); 1/2 cup Feta (optional topping); 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (shredded, optional topping); Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:30min

This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe is full of bright lemon flavor, tender orzo pasta, lean chicken, and fresh herbs. It's the perfect cozy, end of winter soup for a chilly day.

Updated at: Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:16:24 GMT