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Lemon Herb Chicken Soup with Orzo and Vegetables

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Rett Soup
Kategori Mediterranean
serveringsstørrelse 4 people

Ingredienser
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups homemade chicken broth
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup orzo
  • Zest and juice of 2 lemons
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste

fremgangsmåte
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the homemade chicken broth and add the chicken breasts. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and set it aside.
  • Add the orzo to the simmering broth and cook for 8 minutes until tender.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, parsley, and dill. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

merknader

Simmer the orzo just until al dente so it does not absorb too much broth if you plan to store leftovers. Fresh dill gives the soup its distinctive herb flavor, but you can swap in thyme if needed. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth to loosen the texture.
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Equipment: Large pot, Cutting board, Knife, Wooden spoon, Measuring cups