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chicken orzo soup

One-Pot Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe: A Family Favorite

There’s nothing quite like a warm, hearty bowl of soup to bring the family together—especially on busy weeknights. This One-Pot Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting, wholesome meal that’s incredibly easy to make and packed with fresh veggies, tender chicken, and flavorful spices. With just one pot and simple ingredients, it’s the perfect recipe to enjoy any day of the week!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Soup
Cuisine Eastern Europe
Servings 4 servings
Calories 275 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 cooking pot

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 cup frozen green peas
  • 1/2 cup orzo pasta
  • 6 cups water (or chicken broth)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil (or butter)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Make the Chicken Broth: Place the chicken fillets in a pot with 6 cups of water. Add a pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and set aside. Strain the broth to remove impurities and set aside.
  • Sauté the Aromatics: In the same pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Cook the Vegetables: Add the diced potatoes, carrots, and spices (thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper) to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
  • Simmer the Soup: Pour the strained chicken broth (or water) back into the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
  • Add the Orzo and Chicken: Stir in the orzo pasta and shredded chicken. Cook for another 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the orzo from sticking to the bottom.
  • Add the Green Peas: In the last 2 minutes of cooking, add the frozen green peas to the pot. Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Notes

Nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on ingredient brands and portion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 45mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.8mg
Keyword chicken recipes, dairy-free, green peas, healthy lunch, kid friendly
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