One Pot Chicken Orzo Soup
A comforting and hearty one pot chicken orzo soup made with tender chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta simmered in a flavorful broth. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
2 celery stalks, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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 to a boil.
Add the whole chicken breasts to the pot along with dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and add the orzo pasta.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender.
Stir in the chopped baby spinach and cook for 2 minutes until wilted.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm.