Description
Chicken Vegetable and Orzo Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and small orzo pasta, all simmered in a rich, savory broth. Each bowl offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or meal prep. With wholesome ingredients and easy preparation, this nourishing soup will soon become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 pounds cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 cup diced zucchini
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 8-10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken and orzo pasta; continue to simmer for another 8-10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Mix in diced zucchini; simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat; stir in parsley, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasonings as necessary.
- Serve hot in bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg