Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Introduction

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is the ultimate comfort in a bowl: a vibrant, zesty broth packed with tender chicken, delicate orzo, and a pop of fresh lemon. This recipe is a favorite for busy weeknights or as a soul-warming dish on chilly days because it’s both hearty and refreshingly light—a true crowd-pleaser that comes together with simple ingredients and delivers bright, clean flavors.

Why You’ll Love Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Unlike heavier soups, Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup offers a lively lemony tang that lifts the tender chicken and delicate orzo, creating a balanced and deeply satisfying meal. It’s incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize with veggies, herbs, or extra lemon juice for more zing. Plus, it comes together quickly—perfect for home cooks looking for maximum flavor with minimal fuss.

The Secret to Perfect Shredded Chicken

For this soup, tender, perfectly shredded chicken is key. Using a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen makes quick work of shredding freshly cooked chicken breasts. Simply cook your chicken, then twist and shred effortlessly, yielding even pieces that distribute beautifully throughout your soup and soak up the lemony broth.

Chopping Veggies for Ultimate Flavor

Uniformly chopped vegetables not only look appealing but also cook evenly and blend seamlessly into the broth. Achieve this with the help of a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, which speeds up prep and ensures every bite has the perfect balance of carrot, celery, and onion for classic soup flavor.

Simmering and Finishing Touches

A quality nonstick pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch is ideal for sautéing veggies, helping you build a robust flavor base before adding your broth and orzo. For the best lemony finish, add fresh lemon juice at the end and stir in chopped herbs just before serving for a burst of color and freshness.

How to Store and Serve Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Store leftover soup in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 to keep it tasting fresh for days. Because orzo tends to absorb extra broth as it sits, you may wish to add a splash of water or stock when reheating each portion.

Serve garnished with extra lemon slices or a handful of fresh parsley for added brightness.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This hearty soup yields 6 servings, each offering around 290 calories, 25g protein, and less than 8g fat. Its nutritional profile can be enhanced with the addition of leafy greens like spinach or kale.

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup (Recap)

This Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup balances savory, zesty, and comforting elements in every spoonful. The gentle tang of lemon, pillowy orzo, and juicy chicken make it an irresistible main course that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Instructions

1. Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium heat with olive oil. Add onion, carrot, and celery (prep quickly with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper), and sauté for 4–5 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in the garlic and dried oregano, sauté for 1 minute. Add chicken breasts directly to the pan and pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 12–15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken breasts, shred using the Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, and return the shredded chicken to the pot.
4. Add orzo and simmer for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until orzo is tender. If using, stir in baby spinach until wilted.
5. Remove from heat and stir in lemon zest, juice (start with 1 lemon and add more to taste), and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
6. Ladle into bowls and serve hot. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 for optimal freshness.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Enjoy the bright, restorative flavors of Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup—a one-pot meal sure to uplift any table!