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Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Wholesome and hearty, this chicken orzo soup is a cozy meal that can be whipped up in no time. With ingredients you likely already have, it's a go-to for stress-free dinners.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 235 kcal
Course: Main Course , Soup
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 4 teaspoons olive oil divided
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into ¾ –inch pieces
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • ½ yellow onion chopped
  • 3 carrots cut into half-circles
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 5 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley
  • 4 basil leaves thinly sliced
  • grated Parmesan cheese for serving if desired

Instructions

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  1. Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large saucepan set over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, salt and pepper, and sauté until just cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a bowl, cover with foil and keep warm.
  2. Turn the heat to medium and heat the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil in the saucepan. Add the onions and carrots, and cook until the vegetables are starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, oregano and red pepper flakes, and cook for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook at a lively simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the orzo and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Throughout cooking, scrape the bottom of the saucepan with a wooden spoon to stop the orzo from sticking. Be careful not to splash the hot liquid on yourself!
  5. Stir in the cooked chicken, parsley and basil. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

  • Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I provide nutritional information for my recipes as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using the built-in recipe card calculator. While I attempt to provide information that is as accurate as possible, you should calculate the nutritional information independently before relying on it.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1.5cups Calories 235kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 52mg (17%) Sodium 937mg (39%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 235

% Daily Value*

Serving 1.5cups
Calories 235kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 52mg 17%
Sodium 937mg 39%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.