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Chicken Orzo Soup

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This comforting Chicken Orzo Soup is packed with tender chicken, vegetables, and delicate orzo pasta in a flavorful broth. It’s a hearty and satisfying meal perfect for chilly evenings or easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1/2 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, bring the chicken breast and chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the chicken, transfer to a cutting board, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
  2. While the chicken cooks, chop the carrots, celery, and onion. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat and cook the vegetables, stirring occasionally, until softened and tender.
  3. Add the cooked vegetables, orzo pasta, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to the soup pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
  4. Return the chopped chicken to the pot and stir in the fresh parsley. Simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup rest for a few minutes before serving warm.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Orzo will continue to absorb broth as it sits; add extra broth when reheating if needed.
  • You can substitute rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Serve with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

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