Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Name: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Half Stick (1/4 cup) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt; 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 medium (3/4 cup) carrot, chopped; 1 small (3/4 cup) onion, chopped; 2 ribs (3/4 cup) celery, chopped; 2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves; 32 ounces (4 cups) chicken broth; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 4 cups water; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; Thinly sliced lemon slices, if desired; Chopped parsley, if desired

Servings: persons

1 Half Stick (1/4 cup) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt
8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 medium (3/4 cup) carrot, chopped
1 small (3/4 cup) onion, chopped
2 ribs (3/4 cup) celery, chopped
2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
32 ounces (4 cups) chicken broth
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
Thinly sliced lemon slices, if desired
Chopped parsley, if desired

1
Melt butter in saucepan over medium-high heat just until sizzling.
2
Add chicken; cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink.
3
Add carrot, onion, celery and thyme.
4
Cook, stirring occasionally, 3-5 minutes or until vegetables are just beginning to soften.
5
Add chicken broth; cook until mixture comes to a boil.
6
Continue cooking until vegetables are tender.
7
Reduce heat to low.
8
Bring water and salt to a boil in large saucepan.
9
Add orzo; cook 9-11 minutes or until orzo is softened but slightly firm.
10
Drain.
11
Place 1/3 cup cooked orzo into bottom of each soup bowl.
12
Ladle soup over orzo.
13
Top each bowl with lemon slice and chopped parsley, if desired.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Half Stick (1/4 cup) Land O Lakes Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt, 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces, 1 medium (3/4 cup) carrot, chopped, 1 small (3/4 cup) onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lemon 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!

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

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