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Lemon Parmesan Chicken Noodle Soup

Lemon and parmesan cheese add bright flavor to this comforting, easy to make lemon Parmesan chicken noodle soup.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Seasoned Sprinkles

Ingredients

  • 3 tbs olive oil
  • 1 medium sized sweet onion chopped
  • 1 cup of chopped carrots 2-3 large carrots
  • 1 cup of chopped celery 2 stalks of celery
  • 4 cloves of garlic pressed
  • 2 chicken breasts chopped into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 cups of reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup of dry orzo
  • the juice of 2 lemons
  • 1 cup of Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a medium stock pot over medium heat. When oil is hot, add onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring regularly. Add chicken and season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes or until chicken starts to brown. Add the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer. Add orzo and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and Parmesan cheese. Serve hot. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving
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