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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining tender chicken, fresh spinach, and delicate orzo pasta in a vibrant, zesty broth. This nourishing dish is perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights when you seek something heartwarming yet simple. With just 40 minutes of prep and cooking time, this soup not only delights your taste buds but also offers flexibility to accommodate your favorite ingredients. Enjoy a bowlful of this homemade goodness that brings family and friends together with each satisfying spoonful!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 ¼ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
  • Lemon pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon each: dried oregano, basil, parsley, mustard powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • ¾ cup orzo (uncooked)
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Season chicken with lemon pepper and sear until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side). Remove from heat and let rest before dicing.
  2. In the same pot, add white grape juice to deglaze while scraping up browned bits. Simmer for about 4 minutes.
  3. Add butter, onions, carrots, celery, and garlic; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
  4. Stir in dried herbs, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce to simmer.
  5. Cook orzo separately according to package instructions.
  6. Once soup is simmered through, lower heat and stir in cream and Parmesan cheese until melted. Add spinach and cook until wilted (2-3 minutes).
  7. Stir in fresh lemon juice before serving over cooked orzo.

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