Easy Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups Reduced Fat And Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth; 1 cup Water; 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped; 10 whole Medium Baby Carrots, Diced; 9-1/2 ounces, weight Cooked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Cut Into Bite-sized Chunks; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley; 3/4 teaspoons Garlic Salt; 1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/4 teaspoons Dried Basil; 1/8 teaspoons Dried Sage; 2/3 cups Uncooked Tri-colored Orzo Pasta; 1/4 whole Lemon, Juiced (optional)

Servings: persons

4 cups Reduced Fat And Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth
1 cup Water
1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped
10 whole Medium Baby Carrots, Diced
9-1/2 ounces, weight Cooked Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs, Cut Into Bite-sized Chunks
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Dried Parsley
3/4 teaspoons Garlic Salt
1/4 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoons Dried Basil
1/8 teaspoons Dried Sage
2/3 cups Uncooked Tri-colored Orzo Pasta
1/4 whole Lemon, Juiced (optional)

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1. In a large pot combine the broth, water, onion, carrots and chicken and bring to a low boil.
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2. Add all the seasonings and allow to simmer for 10 minutes.
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3. Add the uncooked orzo and simmer until soft, stirring occasionally (refer to your package instructions for timing guidelines).
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4. At this point the soup could be done (I'm almost embarrassed at how easy this is). If using, squeeze the juice of 1/4-1/2 of a lemon into the soup at this time. My husband wasn't a fan and preferred it without the lemon but I thought it added a little something extra and would definitely be missed. So you choose. Try it without first and then add a little bit at a time to taste. That's it. Simple and delicious. The best kind of meal!

1061

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

137

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups Reduced Fat And Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth, 1 cup Water, 1 whole Medium Onion, Chopped, 10 whole Medium Baby Carrots, Diced, and more.

Yes, Easy Chicken Orzo Soup falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Chicken Orzo Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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