Chicken Orzo Soup for 1 or 2

Warm up with a hearty and wholesome bowl of Chicken Orzo Soup, perfectly portioned for 1 or 2 servings. This cozy recipe combines tender, seared chicken breast with delicate orzo pasta, aromatic vegetables, and a fragrant blend of thyme and bay leaf, all simmered in a rich, low-sodium chicken broth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this small-batch soup is ideal for singles or couples craving a comforting, homemade meal without leftovers. Packed with flavor and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pot wonder is a delicious balance of simplicity and nourishment. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this recipe promises to be your go-to for cozy soup cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 piece (about 6 oz) Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 piece (chopped) Small onion
• 1 medium (peeled and diced) Carrot
• 1 medium (diced) Celery stalk
• 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
• 3 cups Chicken broth (low-sodium)
• 0.25 cup Orzo
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 piece Bay leaf
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon (chopped) Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breast with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Add it to the saucepan and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same saucepan, add the onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 6

Return the chicken breast to the pot, add the dried thyme, bay leaf, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the chicken breast from the soup and shred it using two forks.

Step 8

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in the orzo. Cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.

Step 9

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or pepper.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your comforting Chicken Orzo Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1084.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	584.9

Total Fat 22.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 144.5mg	0%
Sodium 1208.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.3g
Protein 61.7g	0%

Vitamin D 22.1IU	0%
Calcium 101.7mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 974.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 43.0%

Carbs: 22.0%