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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

A refreshing and hearty soup with lemon, chicken, and orzo.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Chicken Breast cubed
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Orzo
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth
  • 2 Lemons juiced and zested
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley chopped

Instructions 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add cubed chicken breast and cook until browned.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  6. Add orzo and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  7. Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

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