Best 5 Chicken And Orzo Soup With Fennel Recipes

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Chicken and orzo soup with fennel is a healthy and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The soup is made with simple ingredients, including chicken, orzo pasta, fennel, carrots, celery, and onion. It is seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices, including bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper. The soup is simmered until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. It is then served hot, often with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

In addition to the classic chicken and orzo soup, the article also includes recipes for two variations:

* **Chicken and orzo soup with lemon and dill:** This variation adds a bright and refreshing flavor to the soup with the addition of lemon zest, lemon juice, and fresh dill.
* **Chicken and orzo soup with roasted red peppers:** This variation adds a smoky and slightly sweet flavor to the soup with the addition of roasted red peppers.

All three of these soups are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. They are a great way to use up leftover chicken, and they are also a healthy and satisfying meal on a cold day.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN AND ORZO SOUP WITH FENNEL



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Lemon and dill give this Greek-inspired soup a fresh, bright note. It's a simple yet tasty way to enjoy Mediterranean flavors and use up leftover cooked chicken. Stir in the quick-cooking orzo, a small-shaped pasta that has a grain-like appearance, during the last 8 to 10 minutes of cooking. Because this recipe makes a big batch, it's perfect to make for an impromptu casual gathering. Accompany with a Greek salad and warm pita bread for a full meal.

Categories     Lunch,Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cup(s) Reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp Table salt or more to taste
0.5 tsp Black pepper freshly ground (or more to taste)
4 medium Uncooked carrot(s) thinly sliced into rounds
1 medium Uncooked fennel bulb(s) thinly sliced and then chopped (or to taste)
1 cup(s) Uncooked orzo
2 cup(s), chopped Cooked skinless boneless chicken breast(s)
0.25 cup(s) Fresh lemon juice
3 Tbsp Dill fresh, chopped, divided (or more to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large soup pot, combine broth, salt and pepper; bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Add carrots, fennel and orzo; bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until orzo and vegetables are tender, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken; cook until heated through.
  • Remove pot from heat; stir in lemon juice and dill.
  • Serving size: about 1 1/4 cups

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 kcal

CHICKEN SOUP WITH FENNEL AND ORZO



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My family really enjoys chicken soups, and they are always eager to try a new recipe. This soup is lower in fat, especially if you use 98% or fat-free stock. Please taste as you prepare, and add any additional seasonings or more of those listed to suit your taste.

Provided by Graciebonica

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 fennel bulb, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 cups chicken stock (reduced fat or low sodium can be used)
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups chopped carrots
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons finely chopped fennel leaves

Steps:

  • In a soup kettle, saute fennel bulb and onion in oil until fennel is softened.
  • Add the next seven ingredients.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in chicken, orzo and wine.
  • Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until orzo is tender.
  • Stir in fennel fronds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.7, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 66, Sodium 1044.6, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 7.9, Protein 31.2

CHICKEN AND ORZO SOUP WITH FENNEL



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Soup with chicken and fennel!

Provided by kbalfore

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 bulb fennel, chopped
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth, salt, and pepper in a large soup pot; bring to a boil over high heat. Add carrots, fennel, and orzo; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until orzo and vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in chicken; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat; stir in lemon juice and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199.6 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 30.3 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 172.8 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

TASTY CHICKEN & FENNEL SOUP IN A CROCK POT



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Autumn is here and winter is on the way, what could be easier or smell better than a nice warming bowl of soup made in the crock pot. This soup is nice and thick and could easily pass for a stew...Feel free to add or omit any of the listed vegetables just as long as you enjoy!

Provided by Baby Kato

Time 6h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 fennel bulb, small, trimmed, quartered, thinly sliced
1 medium sweet onion, coarsely chopped
2 carrots, peeled, thinly sliced
2 parsnips, peeled, thinly sliced
2 celery hearts, thinly sliced
1 tart apple, finely chopped
1/2 cup mushroom, button, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
8 skinless chicken thighs, deboned, remove all fat
5 cups chicken broth
2 cups apple cider
1 cinnamon stick, 2-inch piece
1/2 cup great white beans, canned, drained and rinsed
1 cup orzo pasta
2 1/2 cups spinach, baby
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, good quality, coarsely shredded
1/8 cup asiago cheese, coarsely shredded

Steps:

  • Lightly spray Crock-Pot with cooking spray.
  • In the crock pot add fennel, onion, carrot, parsnips, celery hearts, apple, mushrooms and garlic in slow cooker.
  • Stir in 1/2 tsp of salt and pepper and make sure to spread the mixture evenly over the bottom of the pot.
  • Cut the chicken thighs into 6 equal pieces. Season the chicken chunks with the remaining salt and pepper.
  • Next place the chicken on top of the vegetable mixture.
  • Pour in the apple cider and chicken broth and cover.
  • Set slow cooker on high and cook for 1 hour.
  • Reduce heat to low setting and continue to cook for 2 additional hours.
  • Next add the cinnamon stick, orzo and beans, cover and cook on low for 1 1/2 hours, then remove the cinnamon stick.
  • Now check to see if orzo and chicken are tender and too your liking, if not, cook the soup for an additional 30 - 45 minutes.
  • Place the baby spinach on top of the chicken but do not stir.
  • Cover and continue to cook on low for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Now, turn off the heat, add the parmesan cheese and stir the spinach and cheese into the chicken soup, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Garnish with the Asiago cheese and serve with nice heavy white bread and butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297.4, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 49, Sodium 1190.9, Carbohydrate 39, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 23.4

LEMONY CHICKEN SOUP WITH FENNEL AND DILL



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Lighter than traditional stew, this lemony chicken number relies on potatoes to thicken it, rather than flour or another starch. If you can, buy fennel with the stem and fronds intact so you can take full advantage of every part of the vegetable: the bulb for aromatics while building the soup, the stems for crunchy texture, and the fronds for a fresh, herblike garnish.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     soups and stews, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 to 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken legs, thighs, drumsticks or a mix
Kosher salt and black pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil
1 large fennel bulb (preferably with the top on)
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 large yellow onion, coarsely chopped
1 pound small potatoes, sliced about 1/4-inch thick
1 lemon, coarsely chopped (discard the seeds), plus 1 additional lemon for zesting and juicing
4 dried chiles de árbol or 1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes (optional)
6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 tablespoon fennel seed
1 cup dill, coarsely chopped
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Sour cream, full-fat Greek yogurt or feta (optional)
Sumac (optional)

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  • Working in batches, add chicken, skin-side down, and cook until skin is well browned and fat has started to render, 5 to 8 minutes. Using tongs, flip chicken and continue to cook until well browned, another 3 to 5 minutes. Leaving all the fat and drippings behind, transfer chicken to a rimmed baking sheet, a large plate or a cutting board and let rest.
  • Meanwhile, if you've got the top of the fennel bulb, thinly slice it, fronds and all; set aside.
  • Coarsely chop the white part of the fennel bulb and add to the pot along with the garlic and onion. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened but not yet browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Add potatoes, chopped lemon and chiles, and stir to coat.
  • Return chicken to the pot and add broth, seasoning with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer and place the lid on the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low and continue to cook at a strong simmer until chicken is cooked through and nearly falling off the bone, 20 to 25 minutes. Using tongs, remove chicken and let rest until it's cool enough to handle. Pick the meat from the chicken, removing any cartilage, skin and bones. (Alternatively, leave the chicken pieces intact and serve that way.)
  • Return meat to the pot along with the thinly sliced fennel top, if using. Season the soup with salt and pepper, turn the heat to medium-low and continue to gently simmer while you make the toasted fennel seed topping.
  • Heat remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil in a small pot or skillet over medium. Add fennel seed and half of the fresh dill, and swirl until fennel seed is toasted and dill is sizzling and crispy, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide soup among bowls, and spoon fennel seed topping over it, followed by scallions and remaining fresh dill. Add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream (or crumbles of feta) and sprinkle with sumac, if you like. Zest the remaining lemon over the bowls, then cut lemon in half to squeeze juice over them too.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 528, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 37 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 1417 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make all the difference in your soup. Look for organic, free-range chicken, and fresh vegetables.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When cooking the chicken and vegetables, make sure they have enough room to cook evenly. If the pot is too crowded, the vegetables will steam instead of roasting.
  • Season the soup well: Salt and pepper are essential seasonings for any soup, but you can also add other herbs and spices to taste. Some good options include garlic, onion, thyme, rosemary, and sage.
  • Let the soup simmer: Simmering allows the flavors to meld and develop. For the best flavor, simmer the soup for at least 30 minutes.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Chicken and orzo soup is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with a variety of toppings, such as grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, or a dollop of sour cream.

Conclusion:

Chicken and orzo soup is a delicious, comforting meal that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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