Description
This Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup Recipe is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. With tender chicken, savory tomatoes, and delicate orzo pasta, each spoonful is a warm hug on a chilly day. This dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 30 minutes—but also incredibly versatile. You can customize it with your favorite herbs or add a splash of cream for an extra touch of richness. Ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this one-pot meal makes cleanup a breeze, so you can focus on enjoying your delicious creation.
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
- Salt to taste
- 1 cup DeLallo Orzo Pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Lemon juice to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add minced 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 while stirring; season with salt.
- Incorporate orzo pasta and simmer for about 10 minutes until tender. Adjust consistency with water if needed; stir in heavy cream.
- Add shredded chicken and fresh lemon juice; mix well.
- Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan cheese and herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg