LEMON CHICKEN SOUP W/ ASPARAGUS AND ORZO

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Lemon Chicken Soup w/ Asparagus and Orzo image

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.

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