Imagine digging into this Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup—each bite filled with tender chicken, hearty orzo, and fresh vegetables, all coated in a tangy and light lemon-infused broth. Whether you're sharing it with family and friends or enjoying it on your own, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Keyword Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 20 minutesminutes
Total Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 6
Ingredients
1poundbonelessskinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch chunks
5cupschicken stock
¾cuporzo pasta
2Tbspolive oildivided
3clovesgarlicminced
1oniondiced
3carrotspeeled and diced
2celery ribsdiced
½tspdried thyme
2bay leaves
1sprig rosemary
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3Tbspfreshly squeezed lemon juice
2Tbspchopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper, adjusting to your taste preference.
In a large stockpot heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Place the chicken in the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Pour the remaining tablespoon of oil into the stockpot. Add the garlic, onion, carrots, and celery, cooking and stirring occasionally for 3-4 minutes, or until softened. Mix in the thyme and cook for about 1 minute, until aromatic.
Add the chicken stock, bay leaves, and 1 cup of water, whisking to combine, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the orzo, rosemary, and chicken, then lower the heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
Add the lemon juice and parsley, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.