Best Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipes

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LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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Inspired by Panera Bread's version, this soup delivers on flavor. Tender chicken in a lemony broth with orzo pasta, carrots, onions, celery, and baby spinach. This has quickly become one of my family's very favorite soup recipes.

Provided by ReneePaj

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces orzo pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 carrots, chopped, or more to taste
3 ribs celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
3 (32 ounce) cartons fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zested
8 ounces cooked chicken breast, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
1 lemon, sliced for garnish
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water until partially cooked through but not yet soft, about 5 minutes; drain and rinse with cold water until cooled completely.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir carrots, celery, and onion in hot oil until the vegetables begin to soften and the onion becomes translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Season mixture with thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf; continue cooking another 30 seconds before pouring chicken broth into the pot.
  • Bring the broth to a boil. Partially cover the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the vegetables are just tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir orzo, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the broth; add chicken. Cook until the chicken and orzo are heated through, about 5 minutes. Add baby spinach; cook until the spinach wilts into the broth and the orzo is tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle soup into bowls; garnish with lemon slices and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 186.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

LEMON, CHICKEN AND ORZO SOUP WITH SPINACH



Lemon, Chicken and Orzo Soup with Spinach image

Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 carrot, sliced into thin rounds
1 rib celery, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup dry orzo
2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
3 cups lightly packed baby spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for serving
1/2 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the carrot, celery, onion, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and stir in the orzo. Cook until the orzo is just tender, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and simmer until heated through. Add the spinach and stir until wilted. Remove from the heat and stir in the dill and lemon zest. Season with additional salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with additional dill.

CHICKEN LEMON ORZO SOUP



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 celery stalks, diced
2 carrots, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 shallots, diced
1/4 cup dry sherry
1 gallon good chicken stock
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 bay leaves
2 chicken breasts, bone-in, skin on
Zest of 2 lemons
1 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup orzo, cooked until al dente according to package directions
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
Lemon wedges, for garnishing
Butter crackers, such as Ritz, for garnishing

Steps:

  • In an 8-quart soup pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the celery, carrots, garlic and shallots, and saute until just tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Deglaze with the sherry, and then add in the stock, bay leaves and thyme. Add in the chicken, bring to a simmer and cook until the chicken is cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove the chicken and let it cool. Simmer the soup for 10 minutes more. Season, and remove the thyme and bay leaves.
  • Shred the cooled chicken. Add any accumulated juices from the chicken plate back to the pot along with the lemon zest and juice. Add in the butter and adjust seasoning.
  • Portion the orzo and shredded chicken into 4 bowls. Ladle the soup over and garnish with the tarragon and a lemon wedge. Serve with a ton of butter crackers.

COPYCAT LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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I fell in love with this seasonal soup last summer while it was at that famous fancy sandwich shop, and I was determined to recreate it. It's an easy soup to make and it's been a huge favorite in our house ever since. I make it almost weekly. Don't tell that fancy sandwich shop, but I think this is actually better than theirs! Garnish with fresh lemon slices.

Provided by shannonferger

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups chicken broth
2 cooked skinless, boneless chicken breasts
½ (10 ounce) bag fresh spinach, roughly chopped
6 baby carrots, diced into bite-sized pieces
2 stalks chopped celery
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, chicken breasts, spinach, carrots, celery, orzo pasta, basil, oregano, pepper, and salt in a large stockpot over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables and pasta are tender, about 30 minutes.
  • Add lemon juice in small amounts, stirring well and tasting after each addition to adjust flavor.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 32.5 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 1797.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

GREEK LEMON CHICKEN-ORZO SOUP



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Eggs thicken the broth in this lemony chicken soup. Rotisserie chicken and frozen peas and carrots help it cook quickly.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup orzo
1 large egg plus 2 egg yolks
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 1 1/2 lemons)
1 3/4 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
1 1/4 cups frozen peas and carrots

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the orzo and cook 2 minutes less than the label directs.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the egg, yolks, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk in the lemon juice. Reduce the heat under the orzo to low; scoop out 1 cup broth with a ladle and pour it into the egg mixture in a steady stream, whisking with the other hand. Then pour the egg mixture into the saucepan with the remaining broth and orzo in a steady stream, whisking constantly.
  • Stir the chicken into the soup. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring often. Cook, stirring, until the soup thickens slightly, about 4 minutes. Stir in the peas and carrots and warm through.

AVGOLEMONO WITH ROTISSERIE CHICKEN AND ORZO (GREEK LEMON AND EGG SOUP)



Avgolemono with Rotisserie Chicken and Orzo (Greek Lemon and Egg Soup) image

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup Orzo
2 Shallots
2 cloves Garlic
3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
8 cups Chicken Broth
2 Large Eggs, Room Temperature
1/3 cup Lemon Juice, Fresh
1/4 cup Chopped fresh dill
3 cups Cooked Chicken breast (from a rotisserie chicken)

Steps:

  • Cook the orzo according to package instructions.
  • Cook the shallots, garlic, salt, and pepper in olive oil in a large pot over medium low for 10 min.
  • Add the broth and the chicken. Simmer 10 min.
  • Remove 1 cup of hot broth in a heat-proof measuring cup.
  • Beat the eggs in a bowl. Slowly add the reserved broth, whisking constantly. Stir in lemon juice and then add to the soup.
  • Stir in the orzo and chopped herbs.

LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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A cozy and comforting soup that still feels light, thanks to its bright, lemon-forward flavor. Orzo pasta and shredded rotisserie chicken make it feel like a meal-but one that's done in just 35 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cartons (32 oz each) Progresso™ chicken broth (8 cups)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta (3.2 oz)
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill leaves

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, add 7 cups of the chicken broth, the salt and pepper; heat to boiling. Add orzo to broth; reduce heat to medium, and simmer uncovered 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender.
  • In 2-cup glass measuring cup, add remaining 1 cup broth, the lemon juice and flour, beating with whisk to combine. Slowly stir mixture into soup; return to simmering. Cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until soup thickens slightly.
  • Stir in chicken; cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat; stir in butter. Divide among bowls to serve; garnish with dill leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1560 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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This is a Cooking Light recipe I modified. I substituted store-bought rotisserie chicken and chicken stock in place of making my own. I serve this with some grated Romano cheese on top.

Provided by sraedemarco

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

9 cups chicken stock
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/3 cups carrots, chopped
1 1/3 cups onions, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
2 teaspoons salt
1 rotisserie-cooked chicken, shredded (about 3 cups)
8 ounces orzo pasta, uncooked
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons lemon rind, grated
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely cracked (optional)
1/4 cup romano cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven.
  • 2. Add carrot, onion, celery, garlic, thyme, lemon rind and salt. Saute over medium heat until vegetables begin to soften.
  • 3. Add chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
  • 4. Add chicken and orzo. Simmer until orzo is cooked thru.
  • 5. Just before serving add parsley. Garnish with black pepper and Romano cheese.

PANERA'S LOW-FAT LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Panera's Low-Fat Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by á-1839

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups fat-free chicken broth
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (6 ounces)
1 medium carrots, peeled and cut into small pieces
1 medium celery stalk, sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped spinach
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp oregano
1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
1 cup orzo
Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • •Place all of the ingredients except the lemon juice in a 4-quart pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the orzo is cooked al dente. •Remove the chicken breast from the soup, slice into strips, and return to the pot. Add the lemon juice, stirring well to mix. Remove and discard the bay leaf. •Ladle the hot soup into individual bowls and serve immediately.

INSTANT POT LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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Make and share this Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
1 lb chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 medium onion, diced
2 cups carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
8 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1 sprig rosemary
1 lemon, juice of
1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper
1/2 cup frozen spinach
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Start the instant pot in SAUTE mode and heat it. Add oil, onions and garlic. Stir and sauté for 2 minutes.
  • 2. Add chicken and mix with the onions. Spread them in the pot and let them sauté for 3 minutes.
  • 3. Add carrots, celery, orzo, salt, pepper and broth. Stir well. Press Cancel and close the lid with vent in sealing position.
  • 4. Set the instant pot on Pressure cook mode at high pressure for 6 minutes.
  • 5. When the instant pot beeps, quick release the pressure manually. Open lid and stir the soup. Remove bay leaf and rosemary sprig.
  • 6. Stir in spinach lemon juice until spinach is mixed in the soup. Press Sauté and let the soup come to a quick boil in about a minute; stir in the cream.
  • 7. Soup is ready to be served. Offer shredded Parmesan when serving this creamy lemony soup.
  • Notes.
  • If you are making this soup ahead; DO NOT add cream; do this only after you have reheated your soup and are ready to serve it.
  • Cooking time does not include the time needs to reheat and cool down the Instant Pot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 459.6, Fat 24.7, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 87.5, Sodium 1172.2, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 5.1, Protein 27.6

LEMON CHICKEN SOUP WITH ORZO



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Make and share this Lemon Chicken Soup With Orzo recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Healthy

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons olive oil
8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into small chunks
salt (to taste)
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 1/2 c.)
2 stalks celery, diced (about 1/2 c.)
1 medium carrot, diced (about 1/2 c.)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme (or 1/2 t. dried)
6 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 cup orzo pasta, preferably whole wheat
2 large eggs
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a pot over med-high heat; season the chicken with salt and add it to the pot; cook/stir occasionally, until just cooked through, about 5 minutes; transfer the chicken to a dish; set aside.
  • Add the remaining 2 teaspoons oil to the pot; add in onions, celery, carrot, and thyme; cook/stir over med-high heat until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in 5 cups broth and bring to a boil; add in orzo and let simmer until tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Decrease heat to low to keep the soup hot, but not boiling.
  • Warm the remaining 1 cup broth in a small pan until it is hot, but not boiling.
  • In a bowl, beat the eggs; gradually whisk the lemon juice into the eggs; then gradually add the hot broth to the lemon-egg mixture, whisking all the while.
  • Add the mixture to the soup, stirring well until the soup is thickened.
  • Do not let the soup come to a boil; add in cooked chicken; season to taste with salt and pepper; serve.

LEMON ORZO CHICKEN SOUP WITH SPINACH



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Make and share this Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup With Spinach recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LRFoley

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large lemon, juice and zest of
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon thyme
2 cups Baby Spinach, roughly chopped
1 1/2 cups orzo pasta, uncooked
8 cups chicken broth
1 -2 cup cooked chicken, shredded
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, to top

Steps:

  • Het olive oil in a large stock pot. Add onion and garlic and cook for 3 minutes. Add lemon zest, red pepper flakes and thyme and cook another 3 minutes. Add spinach and orzo, stir to coat, and cook for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, lemon juice and shreddeed chicken. Bring to a light simmer and cook for 12 minutes. In a small bowl, whisk the 2 tablespoons water with the cornstarch until smooth. Whisk mixture into soup and allow the soup to thicken slightly. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.9, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 778, Carbohydrate 27.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 14.1

PANERA LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



Panera Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup image

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 ounces orzo pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 carrots, chopped (or more to taste)
3 ribs celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 salt & ground black pepper (to taste)
1 bay leaf
3 32oz cartons chicken broth, fat-free, low-sodium
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (2-3 medium-large lemons)
1 lemon, zested
1 lemon, sliced for garnish (optional)
8 ounces cooked chicken breast, chopped
1 package 8oz baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Bring large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in boiling water until partially cooked through, but not yet soft (about 5 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water until cooled completely.
  • 2. Heat olive oil in large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir carrots, celery and onion in hot oil until vegetables begin to soften and onion becomes translucent (6-8 minutes). Season vegetables with thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper and bay leaf. Continue cooking another 30 seconds before pouring chicken broth into pot.
  • 3. Bring broth to a boil. Partially cover pot, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until vegetables are just tender (approx 10 minutes).
  • 4. Add orzo, lemon juice and lemon zest to broth, stir. Add chicken. Cook until the chicken and orzo are heated through (approx 5 minutes). Add baby spinach. Cook until spinach wilts in broth and orzo is tender (2-3 minutes). LEFTOVERS: consider adding spinach to bowls being served ONLY.
  • 5. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with lemon slices and Parmesan cheese.

LEMON CHICKEN SOUP W/ ASPARAGUS AND ORZO



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I had some leftover chicken (again), and wanted some soup. I came up with this really easy recipe for lunch. Hope you like it :)

Provided by Michelle Bersani =^..^= @kitikat

Categories     Chicken Soups

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cup(s) chicken breast, cooked and shredded
6 cup(s) chicken stock
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup, low fat and sodium
1 teaspoon(s) oregano, dried
1/2 teaspoon(s) garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt (less if desired)
1 tablespoon(s) black pepper
1 teaspoon(s) marjoram, dried
1/4 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper (if wanted)
1 tablespoon(s) lemon zest
- juice from 1/2 lemon
1 medium small onion, diced
2 cup(s) asparagus, cooked and chopped about 1 inch
1 cup(s) orzo pasta, cooked

Steps:

  • In a large dutch oven (or sauce pan), combine all ingredients except for the orzo.
  • Bring to a boil, then lower heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  • Turn off heat. Add cooked orzo, cover and let stand another 10-15 minutes.

LEMON CHICKEN AND SPINACH ORZO SOUP



Lemon Chicken and Spinach Orzo Soup image

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Freshly ground pepper
2 1/2 tablespoons Olive oil, divided
1 1/2 cups Carrots, chopped (about 3)
1 1/2 cups Celery, chopped (about 3 stalks)
1 1/2 cups Yellow onion, chopped (1 medium)
1 1/2 teaspoons Dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Dried basil, dried thyme and dried rosemary
1 cup Dried orzo pasta (5.8 oz)
1 Parmesan rind, plus shredded for serving
1 1/2 teaspoons Lemon zest
1/2 cup Fresh lemon juice
5 ounces Fresh spinach, roughly chopped (5 packed cups)

Steps:

  • Place chicken on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap and pound evenly to about 1/2 inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large enameled cast iron pot over meduim high heat. Add chicken and sear on both sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  • Transfer chicken to plate leaving oil in pan. Add an additional 1/2 Tbsp olive oil to pan then add carrots, celery and onion and saute 3 minutes. Move veggies to the side, add garlic and saute 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth, oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Return chicken to pot and bring to a simmer. Add orzo and parmesan rind, reduce heat to medium low, cover and simmer stirring occasiounally, about 8-10 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove parmesan rind and chicken and transfer chicken to a cutting boards. Let chichen rest 5 minutes then cut into very small cubes. Meanwhile continue to cook soup, covered while chicken is resting.

EASY INSTANT POT LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP - PIPING POT CURRY



Easy Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup - Piping Pot Curry image

Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a cozy and comforting healthy soup made with tender chicken, lots of veggies and orzo pasta.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon Olive Oil (or butter)
3/4 cup Onion (diced, I used yellow onions)
1 tablespoon Garlic (minced)
3/4 cup Carrot (cut into small pieces)
3/4 cup Celery (cut into small pieces)
1/2 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste )
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Thyme
2 cup Broth (Chicken, or Vegetable)
1/2 lb Chicken Breast (boneless and skinless)
1/3 cup Orzo
1 tablespoon Lemon juice
2 tablespoon Parsley leaves (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Start the instant pot in SAUTE mode and heat it. Add oil, onions and garlic. Stir and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add carrots, celery, salt, pepper, thyme and broth. Stir well. Place chicken breast on top and push it under the liquid. Press Cancel and close the lid with vent in sealing position.
  • Set the instant pot on MANUAL or pressure cook mode at high pressure for 6 minutes.
  • When the instant pot beeps, do a 10 minute NPR. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then open the lid.
  • Remove the chicken breasts from the soup and shred with two forks.
  • Add the orzo and shredded chicken back to the pot. Set the instant pot on saute mode for 6 minutes or until the pasta is cooked. Then press cancel. (If the chicken is already well cooked, hold off and add it in once the orzo is almost cooked)
  • Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Soup is ready to be served.
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LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups fat-free chicken broth
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (6 ounces)
1 medium carrots, peeled and cut into small pieces
1 medium celery stalk, sliced
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped spinach
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp oregano
1 Tbsp chopped fresh basil
1 cup orzo
Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • 1. Place all of the ingredients except the lemon juice in a 4-quart pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the orzo is cooked al dente. 2. Remove the chicken breast from the soup, slice into strips, and return to the pot. Add the lemon juice, stirring well to mix. Remove and discard the bay leaf. 3. Ladle the hot soup into individual bowls and serve immediately.

LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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I had lemon chicken orzo soup at a Diner one day and absolutely loved it. I found this recipe online but never tried it yet. Hopefully its good. (I estimated the prep time because it really didnt say.)

Provided by Nthnbtagoodtime

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups chicken stock
3/4 cup orzo pasta
1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick pieces
3 eggs
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
salt and white pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • In a large Saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and add orzo.
  • Cook uncovered until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Five minutes before pasta is done, add chicken.
  • Whisk eggs while adding lemon juice.
  • Stir in zest. Whisking constantly.
  • slowly pour a ladle of the hot stock into the egg mixture to temper.
  • Reduce heat to low and while stirring add the Egg mixture to the Soup(Soup should thicken slightly).
  • Add Salt and Pepper and Garnish with Parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.8, Fat 11.3, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 190.2, Sodium 808.7, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 9.2, Protein 33.1

LEMON CHICKEN SOUP WITH ORZO - PINCH OF YUM



Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo - Pinch of Yum image

Filling, fresh, and vibrant lemony chicken soup made creamy with NO CREAM and a secret ingredient!

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 carrots, peeled and diced
half of an onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8-10 cups chicken broth
1 cup DeLallo whole wheat orzo
3-ish cups cooked chicken (I use shredded rotisserie chicken)
3 eggs
juice of 3-4 lemons (about 1/2 cup)
a handful of fresh spinach
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
lots of freshly ground pepper
as much fresh dill as you can handle

Steps:

  • Base: Heat large soup pot over medium heat. Add the olive oil. Add the carrots, onion, and garlic. Saute until fragrant and tender, about 10 minutes. (Be careful not to burn the garlic.)
  • Orzo: Add the broth and bring to a simmer. Add the orzo and cook for a few minutes until softened. Stir in the chicken and remove from heat.
  • Eggs: Whisk the eggs and lemon juice together in a small bowl. The idea here is to warm up the egg mixture slowly (without scrambling the eggs). Slowly add a scoop of the soup into the egg mixture. Then add your warmed egg mixture back to the soup pot - slowly, slowly, slowly, stirring constantly, until smooth and creamy.
  • Final touches: Finish by stirring in your spinach, salt, pepper, and dill and adjust seasonings to taste!

KITTENCAL'S LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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For the very best results us a good-quality chicken broth for this, you can sub the same amount of uncooked rice for the orzo. I have even added some cooked cubed chicken to this soup, this is one of my family's favorite soups, you will love this!---- see my recipe#118258

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lemon

Time 20m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups chicken broth
3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta (or use same amount uncooked rice)
salt
black pepper
2 large eggs
1 lemon, juice of
grated parmesan cheese (optional I like to sprinkle it on top!)

Steps:

  • Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a pot.
  • Add in the orzo or rice; simmer uncovered until the orzo or rice is cooked (about 10 minutes).
  • In a medium heat-proof bowl whisk together eggs and lemon juice until frothy.
  • Remove a ladle of hot broth from the pot and slowly add the broth to the egg mixture whisking vigorously; pour the mixture back into the hot soup.
  • Remove immediately from the heat (DO NOT LET BOIL!).
  • Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311.1, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 2041, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 22.9

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