Luscious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
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Crafted by: Mia Martinez Total Prep and Cook Time: 40 minutes Serves: 6
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Dive into a bowl of Luscious Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup – a silky, citrusy, and satisfying dish teeming with succulent chicken, vibrant herbs, and tender orzo!
Ingredients
Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon butter
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped small
– 4 garlic cloves, minced finely
– 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped finely
– 10 cups low-sodium chicken broth (extra as needed)
– 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt (to taste)
– 3/4 cup orzo pasta
– 3 large eggs
– 2 large egg yolks
– 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (lemon should be zested first)
– 2 cups of shredded rotisserie or leftover chicken
– 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
– Zest of 1 medium lemon
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– Dill sprigs and lemon slices, for embellishment
Add Remaining Ingredients
Mix in the shredded chicken, chopped dill, and lemon zest. Adjust the consistency by adding more chicken broth if necessary.
Season and Serve
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Serve hot in bowls, garnished with dill sprigs, lemon slices, and a dash of black pepper. Enjoy the warmth!