PrintMake Lemony Cabbage Chicken Orzo Soup for Cozy Comfort!
A warm and comforting soup made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh cabbage, all infused with a zesty lemon flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Add orzo pasta and shredded cabbage, reduce heat and simmer until orzo is cooked.
- Stir in lemon juice and zest, season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot and enjoy your comforting soup!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or a plant-based protein for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg