lemon chicken soup w/ asparagus and orzo
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I had some leftover chicken (again), and wanted some soup. I came up with this really easy recipe for lunch. Hope you like it :)
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
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yield
6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 6 cups chicken stock
- 1 can cream of chicken soup, low fat and sodium
- 1 teaspoon oregano, dried
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (less if desired)
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon marjoram, dried
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (if wanted)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- - juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 medium small onion, diced
- 2 cups asparagus, cooked and chopped about 1 inch
- 1 cup orzo pasta, cooked
How To Make lemon chicken soup w/ asparagus and orzo
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Step 1In a large dutch oven (or sauce pan), combine all ingredients except for the orzo.
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Step 2Bring to a boil, then lower heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
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Step 3Turn off heat. Add cooked orzo, cover and let stand another 10-15 minutes.
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