Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: A Bowl of Sunshine and Comfort
A bright and restorative Mediterranean-style soup featuring tender chicken, hearty orzo, and a vibrant burst of fresh lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 6 cups chicken bone broth
- 2 lemons, zested and juiced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the chicken breasts in olive oil over medium heat until golden.
- Remove chicken and sauté carrots, celery, and onion until softened.
- Add chicken broth and return chicken to the pot; simmer gently.
- Stir in orzo and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente.
- Shred the chicken into the soup using two forks.
- Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice, zest, and fresh dill.