Chicken Orzo Soup
Description: This Chicken Orzo Soup is the perfect comforting meal, ideal for a quick lunch or dinner. Made with tender chicken, wholesome orzo pasta, and flavorful herbs and spices, it’s a hearty dish that will warm you up from the inside out. This recipe was originally crafted for a busy day, but it’s so delicious, it’s worth making any time!
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Recipe Category: Chicken
Keywords: Poultry, Meat, < 60 Mins
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 227.9
- Fat Content: 5.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 4.9mg
- Sodium Content: 867mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 31.9g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 6.5g
- Protein Content: 12g
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 48 oz chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups 2% milk
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
- Romano cheese, for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
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Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onions and carrots to the pot. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent and the carrots are tender.
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Add Chicken and Orzo: Stir in the cooked and shredded chicken, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, orzo pasta, and chicken broth.
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Bring to a Boil: Increase the heat and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the orzo pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
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Prepare Milk Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the 2% milk and flour. Whisk until well blended.
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Thicken Soup: Pour the milk mixture into the soup, stirring continuously. Add the chopped green beans. Let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until it has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with a sprinkle of Romano cheese, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Enjoy: This delicious Chicken Orzo Soup is best enjoyed hot, fresh from the stove. Serve it alongside some crusty bread or a simple salad for a satisfying meal.
This recipe serves 6 and is perfect for sharing with family and friends. It’s also great for meal prep, as leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer-term enjoyment. Simply reheat on the stove or in the microwave for a quick and comforting meal anytime! 🍲
