Chicken Noodle Soup with Orzo
A comforting and hearty chicken noodle soup made with tender chicken, flavorful vegetables, and delicate orzo pasta. Perfect for a cozy meal any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
3 celery stalks, sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
1 cup orzo pasta
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, add the orzo pasta, dried thyme, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
Add the shredded cooked chicken to the pot and heat through for 3-5 minutes.
Stir in fresh lemon juice and chopped fresh parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve hot.