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One-Pot Chicken Orzo

One-Pot Chicken Orzo

This One-Pot Chicken Orzo is a cozy, easy dinner made with tender chicken, orzo pasta, vegetables, and flavorful broth in one pot.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the garlic, thyme, parsley, and oregano. Cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Add the orzo and cook according to package directions, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Once the orzo is nearly tender, stir in the shredded chicken.
  7. Season with salt and black pepper.
  8. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
  9. Stir in the lemon juice and fresh parsley.
  10. Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

  • Stir the orzo frequently to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Rotisserie chicken works great in this recipe.
  • The soup will continue to thicken as it sits.
  • Add extra broth when reheating leftovers.
  • Fresh herbs can be substituted for dried herbs.
  • Taste before adding extra salt if using store-bought broth.