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Lemon Chicken Soup

Lemon Chicken Soup

A bright and comforting lemon chicken soup perfect for a light meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup orzo pasta
  • 0.33 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
  • Stir in the orzo pasta, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot.

Notes

Garnish with extra parsley and a lemon wedge, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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