Classic Chicken Orzo Soup
A comforting dish that combines tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and soft orzo pasta in a flavorful broth, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (can substitute with thighs for more flavor)
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Combine broth and chicken: Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breast, thyme, salt, and pepper. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
- Simmer the chicken: Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer gently until the chicken is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken from the pot. Let it cool slightly, then shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the pot.
- Cook the orzo: Add the orzo pasta to the pot and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
- Final seasoning: Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with chickpeas and use vegetable broth. Don’t overcook the orzo to avoid a mushy texture.
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