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Lemon Chicken Soup: Easy Recipe with Orzo for Comforting Warmth

Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo
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Warm up with this delicious lemon chicken soup that features tender chicken, bright lemon flavors, and hearty orzo pasta.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and sauté until browned.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, cooking until softened.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Stir in the orzo and cook according to package instructions.
  6. Once cooked, add the lemon juice, spinach, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  7. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add some lemon zest.
  • This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated.

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