Vegan Chicken Orzo Soup

Cozy up with a comforting bowl of Vegan Chicken Orzo Soup, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! This hearty soup features tender shredded jackfruit as a convincing chicken substitute, paired with silky orzo pasta and a medley of aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion. Infused with fragrant herbs such as thyme and oregano and brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice, this broth-based soup delivers layers of flavor in every spoonful. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the ultimate one-pot meal for busy weeknights or meal prep! Perfect for satisfying both vegans and omnivores alike, this dish is best served piping hot and garnished with parsley for a fresh, colorful finish.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 ounces canned jackfruit in brine, drained and shredded
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 8 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the shredded jackfruit to the pot, along with the dried thyme and oregano. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour the vegetable broth into the pot, and add the bay leaf. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and let cook for about 15 minutes.

Step 7

After 15 minutes, add the orzo pasta to the pot and stir. Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley.

Step 9

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.

Step 10

Serve the soup hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2980.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1991.9

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8482.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 340.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.0g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 69.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 599.5mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 5823.6mg	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: 21.4%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 65.3%