lemon chicken soup w/ asparagus and orzo

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51 Pinches
East Bridgewater, MA
Updated on Jul 31, 2012

I had some leftover chicken (again), and wanted some soup. I came up with this really easy recipe for lunch. Hope you like it :)

prep time 15 Min
cook time 45 Min
method ---
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

  • Step 1
    In a large dutch oven (or sauce pan), combine all ingredients except for the orzo.
  • Step 2
    Bring to a boil, then lower heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Turn off heat. Add cooked orzo, cover and let stand another 10-15 minutes.

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