Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Step 1

Peel & dice the onion.

Step 2

Peel & dice the carrots.

Step 3

Peel & dice the celery.

Step 4

Juice the lemon into a small bowl & set aside.

Step 5

Peel & chop the garlic.

Step 6

Heat a drizzle of oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken breast. Season with salt & pepper. Sear for 3 min on each side to lightly brown, then remove & set aside.

Step 7

In the same pan, add onion, carrots, celery & garlic. Season with salt & pepper. Stir to combine & cook for 4 min or until veggies have softened.

Step 8

Pour in chicken broth & stir. Add chicken breast & any juices back into the pot. Bring everything to a simmer & cook for 5 min or until chicken is fully cooked.

Step 9

Transfer the chicken to a plate & set aside.

Step 10

Stir in orzo & cook for 7-8 min. Once cooked, remove from heat.

Step 11

Shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 12

Add the shredded chicken & lemon juice to the pot. Stir to combine. Season with additional salt & pepper if desired.

Step 13

Serve in a bowl garnished with parsley or chives if you have & enjoy!