Author: Mia Martinez
Preparation Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 6
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Creamy Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup, bursting with the bright flavors of lemon, tender chicken, fresh herbs, and orzo pasta for a rich and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
– 1 tbsp butter
– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 1 medium onion, finely chopped
– 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced finely
– 4 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced
– 10 cups low-sodium chicken broth (additional, if necessary)
– 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt (adjust as needed)
– 3/4 cup orzo pasta
– 3 large eggs
– 2 large egg yolks
– 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (zest the lemon beforehand)
– 2 cups shredded rotisserie or leftover chicken
– 1/4 cup fresh dill, minced
– Zest of 1 medium lemon
– Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
– Dill sprigs and lemon slices, for garnish
Incorporate Final Ingredients
Mix in the shredded chicken, minced dill, and lemon zest. If you find the soup too thick, add more chicken broth to reach your preferred consistency.
Season and Serve
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, black pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with dill sprigs, lemon slices, and a dash of black pepper. Relish the warmth!