High Protein Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup delights with flavor!
A delicious and nutritious soup that combines tender chicken, creamy orzo, and a zesty lemon flavor, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add the orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions.
- Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer for a few minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg