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How to Make Chicken and Orzo Soup with Fennel - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken and orzo soup with fennel is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. This hearty soup is filled with tender pieces of chicken, flavorful fennel, and tiny orzo pasta, creating a warm and satisfying meal that is sure to hit the spot.

The combination of the savory chicken, aromatic fennel, and delicate orzo creates a wonderful depth of flavor that will leave you wanting more. This recipe is not only delicious, but it is also easy to make, making it pe...

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 bulb fennel, chopped
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine chicken broth, salt, and pepper in a large soup pot; bring to a boil over high heat. Add carrots, fennel, and orzo; return to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered, until orzo and vegetables are tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in chicken; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove pot from heat; stir in lemon juice and dill.

    • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 30mg
    • Sodium: 173mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 337mg

    Categories

    Chicken recipes
    Orzo recipes
    Soup recipes
    Fennel recipes