Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, bring chicken broth to a boil.
- Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in orzo and cook until tender, about 8 minutes.
- Add shredded chicken, lemon juice, and zest; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon for best flavor.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream towards the end.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low-fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg