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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner
Thomas Baker

Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Made Fresh and Comforting

This Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a zesty and heartwarming meal perfect for an easy dinner, weeknight dinner, or family dinner. The refreshing lemon flavor combined with tender chicken, fresh herbs, and orzo pasta creates a delicious lemon chicken soup that’s both nourishing and satisfying. A delightful orzo soup recipe that brings Mediterranean comfort to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 268
Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 ½ tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 carrots peeled and diced
  • 2 celery ribs diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ teaspoon thyme fresh or dried
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ¾ cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 6-8 cups of chicken broth
  • juice and zest of 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped

Notes

  • Serve this soup with homemade rustic bread or your favorite crackers for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and taste even better the next day as flavors meld.