Low Carb Chicken Orzo Soup

This Low Carb Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting and wholesome twist on a classic favorite, perfect for anyone seeking a lighter, healthier meal option. Packed with tender shredded chicken, vibrant vegetables, and spiralized zucchini that mimics the texture of orzo pasta, this soup is both nourishing and keto-friendly. Infused with the warming flavors of garlic, dried herbs, and a hint of lemony brightness, every spoonful is hearty yet refreshing. Ready in under an hour and made with simple, wholesome ingredients like chicken broth, carrots, and celery, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner or meal prep solution. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of parsley for a cozy, low-carb hug in a bowl!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, chopped
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium Carrots, diced
• 2 Celery stalks, diced
• 8 cups Chicken broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 medium Zucchini, spiralized (as low-carb orzo)
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.

Step 3

3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

4. Add the chicken broth, bay leaves, dried thyme, dried oregano, and the browned chicken breasts back into the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.

Step 5

5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pot and, using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 6

6. Return the shredded chicken to the pot. Add the spiralized zucchini (low-carb orzo) and continue to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the zucchini is tender but not mushy.

Step 7

7. Remove the bay leaves from the pot and discard them. Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.

Step 8

8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

9. Serve the soup hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3033.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1336.0

Total Fat 46.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 7431.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.5g
Protein 175.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 557.1mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 4829.7mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 52.9%

Carbs: 15.5%