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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 3 medium carrots peeled and sliced
  • 3 celery stalks sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add orzo pasta and cook for 8-9 minutes until orzo is tender.
  4. Stir in shredded rotisserie chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and fresh parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot with additional lemon wedges on the side if desired.