Description
Warm up with this delightful Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup, a comforting blend of tender chicken, rich tomato base, and delicate orzo pasta. This easy-to-make soup takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. Enhanced with a splash of fresh lemon juice and optional toppings like Parmesan cheese and pesto, it offers a creamy texture that warms the soul. Serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons DeLallo Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup DeLallo Tomato Paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup DeLallo Orzo Pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Fresh lemon juice (to taste)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook for about 5 minutes until caramelized.
- Gradually add chicken broth, stirring well. Season with salt.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, add orzo pasta, and cook for approximately 10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in cooked chicken and lemon juice before adding heavy cream.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg