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High Protein Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe - Munchies Mallory

High Protein Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Warm up with this hearty, high-protein chicken orzo soup! Perfect for cozy nights, this simple recipe is full of flavor and packed with nutrients. Healthy, filling, and delicious!
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp minced garlic
  • 4 stalks celery, finely diced for small, bite-sized chunks that blend perfectly with the orzo
  • 1.5 cups finely diced carrots
  • 2 small yellow onions, finely diced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • ½ tsp parsley
  • ¼ tsp thyme
  • 6 cups chicken bone broth or chicken broth
  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 cup orzo
  • Juice of one lemon
  • Optional: Freshly grated Parmesan for topping

Instructions

  • Sauté the Veggies: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic, onions, carrots, celery, salt, pepper, oregano, parsley, and thyme. Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies soften and everything smells amazing.
  • Add the Broth and Chicken: Pour in the broth and add the shredded chicken. Bring to a gentle boil.
  • Add the Orzo: Stir in the orzo and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally so the orzo doesn’t stick to the bottom.
  • Simmer: Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for another 20 minutes. The longer it simmers, the more flavorful the soup will be. 🍲
  • Add the Lemon: Squeeze in the lemon juice, give it a quick stir, and taste. Add more salt or pepper if needed.
  • Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan. This soup serves 8, but if you’re feeling selfish (I won’t judge!), it’s totally fine to keep extra for yourself.