Greek Lemon Chicken & Orzo Soup

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This lemon orzo soup is bright and lively. Poaching chicken in store-bought broth is an easy way to enrich the soup and provide an extra depth of flavor.

Lauren Grant

Updated on September 19, 2023

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Prep Time:

40 mins

Additional Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Dairy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free

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Ingredients

1 cup whole-wheat orzo
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 ⅓ cups diced carrots (1 large)
1 ⅓ cups diced fennel bulb (1 medium bulb)
1 ⅓ cups diced onion (1 medium)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
1 32-oz. carton low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper

Directions

Cook orzo according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, fennel, and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add oregano and lemon zest; cook for 30 seconds.
Add chicken and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a maintain a simmer. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the chicken registers 165 degrees F, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from heat; transfer the chicken to a plate to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, shred or chop the chicken and return it to the soup. Stir in the cooked orzo, along with lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine, Spring 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

351	Calories
7g	Fat
37g	Carbs
31g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 2 cups each
Calories 351
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 37g	13%
Dietary Fiber 9g	32%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 31g	62%
Total Fat 7g	9%
Saturated Fat 1g	5%
Cholesterol 63mg	21%
Sodium 594mg	26%
Potassium 463mg	10%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Greek Lemon Chicken & Orzo Soup

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