LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP

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This is a Cooking Light recipe I modified. I substituted store-bought rotisserie chicken and chicken stock in place of making my own. I serve this with some grated Romano cheese on top.

Provided by sraedemarco

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

9 cups chicken stock
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 1/3 cups carrots, chopped
1 1/3 cups onions, chopped
1 cup celery, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
2 teaspoons salt
1 rotisserie-cooked chicken, shredded (about 3 cups)
8 ounces orzo pasta, uncooked
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 1/2 teaspoons lemon rind, grated
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely cracked (optional)
1/4 cup romano cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large dutch oven.
  • 2. Add carrot, onion, celery, garlic, thyme, lemon rind and salt. Saute over medium heat until vegetables begin to soften.
  • 3. Add chicken stock and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
  • 4. Add chicken and orzo. Simmer until orzo is cooked thru.
  • 5. Just before serving add parsley. Garnish with black pepper and Romano cheese.

Frank Kausu
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This soup is simple to make, but it's very satisfying. The combination of lemon, chicken, and orzo is perfect. It's a great soup for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Sarah Wachaga
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This soup is a crowd-pleaser! It's always a hit at parties and potlucks. Everyone loves the zesty lemon flavor and the tender chicken.


Syed Majid
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This soup is both healthy and delicious. It's packed with vegetables and lean protein, and it's low in calories and fat. It's a great way to get your daily dose of nutrients.


Ugwu Chinenye
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This soup is perfect for meal prep. It's easy to make ahead of time and reheat when you're ready to eat. It's a great way to have a healthy and delicious meal on hand during the week.


Luke Chilengwe
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This soup is a must-try! It's a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that the whole family will love.


CaShawna Anderson
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I highly recommend this soup! It's one of my favorite recipes, and I make it all the time. Everyone who tries it loves it.


MC Patch
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I give this soup a 5-star rating! It's delicious, easy to make, and affordable. It's a great recipe for any occasion.


Salimul Hoque
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This soup freezes well, so you can make a big batch and freeze it for later. It's a great way to have a homemade meal on hand when you're short on time.


Azaria Wilcox
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This soup is very versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. You can also make it ahead of time and reheat it when you're ready to serve.


0m7_
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This soup is so easy to make, even a beginner cook can handle it. It's a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Sarwar Ahmadzai
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This soup is simply delicious! The lemon and chicken flavors are perfectly balanced, and the orzo adds a nice touch.


Ruth Scott
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I made this soup for a party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and they all asked for the recipe.


Benny Undeze
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This soup is the perfect comfort food on a cold day. It's warm and soothing, and it makes me feel all cozy inside.


Brooklyn Carter
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My family loved this soup! They all went back for seconds, and they asked me to make it again soon.


Dexter Rhodes (Bernard54)
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This soup is very affordable to make, and it's a great way to stretch your budget.


Ifijeh Richard
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This soup is packed with healthy ingredients, and it's low in calories and fat. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Dezonte Schmitt
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This soup is so easy to make, and it's ready in no time. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Giga
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I love lemon chicken soup, and this one is one of the best I've ever had. The orzo is a great addition, and it makes the soup hearty and filling.


VICTOR JR
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This soup is a keeper! The flavors are perfectly balanced and the orzo adds a nice texture. I will definitely be making this again.


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