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.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 235kcal
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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!
- Stir in the cooked chicken, parsley and basil. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Notes
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Nutrition
Serving: 1.5cups | Calories: 235kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 937mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g
