Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup Recipe, a perfect blend of tender chicken, rich tomato broth, and delicate orzo pasta. This comforting dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but also customizable to suit your taste. It bursts with flavor from fresh lemon juice and is ideal for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Pair it with crusty bread or a dollop of pesto for an enhanced dining experience. Enjoy a delightful bowl of this creamy, heartwarming soup any day of the week!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons DeLallo Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
- 1/4 cup DeLallo Tomato Paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup DeLallo Orzo Pasta
- 2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken (pulled rotisserie chicken meat recommended)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1–2 cups water as needed for desired consistency
- Parmesan cheese, herbs (such as parsley or basil), red pepper flakes, and lemon for serving
- Bread for serving
- Pesto for serving (optional; recipe notes included)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook for 5 minutes until caramelized.
- Gradually add chicken broth, stirring until smooth; season with salt.
- Add orzo pasta and simmer gently for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate shredded chicken and squeeze in fresh lemon juice to brighten flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and red pepper flakes as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg