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January 16, 2014

LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP

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It’s throwback Thursday and today I’m sharing one of my absolute favorite soups Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup.  I first made this recipe in September 2011 and today it has gotten a makeover – well, same recipe but new pictures…

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I originally had this soup at a Panera restaurant – I fell in love but then sadly it was only a seasonal item so the search was on for a copycat recipe.  Whew, luckily one was found that I think is pretty close and comes together very quickly. 

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If you’ve been following me for a bit, my photography has become an evolution.  Here is the throwback picture….

And current shot.

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Two years ago I received a Canon Rebel T3i as a Christmas gift (probably because I was doing a lot of whining).  I read the manual, did a lot of research and just started snapping away.  I learned about composition, lighting and minor editing which has helped.  I’m definitely not an expert – it’s still a work in progress but getting happier with my photos.

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Hope you are staying warm.  If not, give this soup a try!

Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 25 min

You will love how lemony this soup is and perfect for a cold day!

Ingredients

  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 8 oz. boneless chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots (small pieces)
  • 1 celery stalk sliced
  • 2 tbls finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh spinach
  • 1/4 tsp fresh ground pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 cup orzo
  • 1 bay leave
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • -lemon slices for garnish

Directions

  1. Place all of the ingredients (except lemon juice) in a large pot, bring to boil; reduce heat to low and cover and simmer 25 minutes – stirring occasionally
  2. Remove chicken from soup; shred into small pieces and return to pot. Add lemon juice and mix well. Discard bay leave
  3. Serve and top with a lemon slice if desired

by Deb Attinella

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Comments

  1. Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com says

    January 16, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    Just like my moms! This soup will cure anything!!!

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  2. Cindy says

    January 16, 2014 at 3:42 pm

    This just might be dinner tonight! Looks delish.

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  3. Tina @ Tinas Chic Corner says

    January 16, 2014 at 6:38 pm

    I crave soups this time of the year but this has to be the best of the best there is with soups…and I have never made it! I best get on it. Love your recipe to try. 🙂

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  4. Jodee Weiland says

    January 17, 2014 at 5:10 pm

    This soup recipe looks wonderful. I love the use of lemon and have used them often in my own recipes. I love what it adds to the flavor of the soup, especially a chicken soup. I really like your use of orzo as well. Thanks for sharing your recipe!

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  5. Joan Defino says

    January 17, 2014 at 6:24 pm

    Deb, This soup looks so good and refreshing. I love the orzo. Pinning this and thanks for sharing.

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  6. Kelly says

    January 17, 2014 at 7:01 pm

    Love lemon chicken and this soup looks wonderful Deb! A big bowl of soup sounds perfect for these chillier months – can't wait to give this a try 🙂

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  7. Jennifer B. says

    January 17, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    What a BEAUTIFUL soup, Deb! I absolutely love your photos and on this semi-chilly day in Tampa, I could go for a bowl of this. Pinned. 🙂

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  8. Carrie R says

    January 18, 2014 at 12:45 am

    This looks delicious, Deb! 🙂 Love chicken & lemon in soup! And throw in orzo? Yum!

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  9. sprinklesandsauce says

    January 18, 2014 at 1:47 am

    Great soup recipe! Excellent pictures also! we have a long way to go ourselves with our pics!

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  10. Ann Jones says

    January 18, 2014 at 2:34 am

    Great looking soup! This looks likes something my family and I would love, especially with a great sandwich 🙂

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  11. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

    January 19, 2014 at 2:04 am

    Love this kind of soup! So warm and comforting 🙂

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  12. Marjory says

    January 19, 2014 at 2:26 am

    I am freezing right now, even though I'm in Florida…this soup would be perfect right about now. It's hard to believe something so delicious is so easy to make!

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  13. Christie says

    January 22, 2014 at 5:45 am

    This looks so good! Will be pinning to make sometime soon:-)

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  14. Kim of Mo Betta says

    January 22, 2014 at 5:09 pm

    I discovered this soup a few years ago and it's my favorite!!

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  15. cooking with curls says

    January 22, 2014 at 7:59 pm

    Deb, this soup would be perfect on a cold night like tonight…Yum! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe with us at Best of the Weekend. 🙂

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  16. Anonymous says

    January 23, 2014 at 12:45 am

    Tried this tonight – so yummy and such a great comfort food and a chilly night! Thanks for sharing.

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  17. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    January 24, 2014 at 3:39 am

    Big yum to this! Thanks for posting this at the Saturday Night Fever link party. Hope to see you back on Saturday!

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  18. Diane Balch says

    January 24, 2014 at 12:47 pm

    Just wanted you to know that your recipe is being featured this week on Foodie Friday. Stop by and get your button. I will be pinning and tweeting it this week.

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  19. Melanie @ Carmel Moments says

    February 1, 2014 at 3:14 pm

    I love the new photo. It turned out awesome. This soup sounds amazing too. Sitting at Panera right now. Hmmm…..think I'll go home and try this. 🙂

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  20. Lizzy T says

    December 30, 2014 at 11:20 am

    What a gorgeous, comforting looking soup! So pretty!

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  21. Cathy Trochelman says

    December 31, 2014 at 2:50 am

    This soup looks so delicious, Deb. It's COLD here and I could go for a big bowl of it!

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