Orzo Chicken Soup

4 from 1 ratings

The orzo adds texture and blends in well with the chicken and vegetables. It's also cooked with all the other ingredients, so don't worry about washing extra pots. And whether you are sick with a cold or want something warm to drink, this soup will do the cure.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
29 ounce reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
1/2 cup sliced carrot
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
1/4 teaspoon pepper
minced fresh parsley

Directions

In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add 1 can broth, carrot and celery; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the chicken, orzo, pepper and remaining broth; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until orzo and vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with parsley.