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) Progressoâ„¢ 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 Medalâ„¢ 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

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