Description
A quick and comforting chicken noodle orzo soup recipe that’s perfect for a weeknight meal. This easy soup features tender chicken, vegetables, and orzo pasta in a flavorful broth. It’s a delicious and satisfying meal that can be made in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and chopped celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add the orzo pasta, stir once, and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 7 minutes, or until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the shredded chicken and dried thyme. Let it simmer for 3 minutes to heat through.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Ladle the chicken noodle orzo soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For convenience, use leftover rotisserie chicken.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, omit the orzo and add freshly cooked orzo when reheating to prevent mushiness.
- Low-sodium chicken broth is recommended to control saltiness.
- Adjust seasoning at the end, as broth and chicken can vary in saltiness.
- Fresh parsley adds a bright finish. A squeeze of lemon juice can also enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: chicken noodle orzo soup, easy chicken orzo soup, homemade chicken soup, quick orzo soup, comfort food soup