Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 6 cups chicken broth
– 1 cup carrots, diced
– 1 cup celery, diced
– 1 medium onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup orzo pasta (or any small pasta)
– 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
– 1 tablespoon lemon zest
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup is straightforward when you follow these simple steps:
1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
5. Simmer: Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
6. Remove Chicken: Carefully take the chicken out of the pot and set it aside to cool slightly.
7. Cook Orzo: Add the orzo pasta to the broth and cook according to the package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes.
8. Shred Chicken: While the orzo is cooking, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
9. Combine Ingredients: Once the orzo is cooked, return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
10. Garnish: Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices for an extra touch of flavor.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 28g