Description
Indulge in the warmth of this Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup Recipe, the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. Featuring tender chicken, a rich tomato base, and delicate orzo pasta, this soup is a delightful harmony of flavors. It’s perfect for chilly nights, quick weeknight dinners, or cozy gatherings. The creamy addition of heavy cream and a splash of fresh lemon juice elevate traditional recipes, bringing brightness and depth.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons DeLallo Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup DeLallo Tomato Paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup DeLallo Orzo Pasta
- 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Fresh lemon juice to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook until caramelized (approximately 5 minutes).
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring; season with salt.
- Add orzo pasta; bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Stir in the cooked chicken and heavy cream; add fresh lemon juice.
- Serve warm with garnishes like Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and optional pesto.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg