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Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup

This creamy and bright Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup is a quick and hearty meal made with cooked chicken and orzo pasta, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons DeLallo Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil For sautéing garlic
  • 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced Sauté until soft
  • ¼ cup DeLallo Tomato Paste Gives depth to the soup
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning For flavor
  • 4 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium if preferred
  • Salt to taste Salt to taste Adjust based on broth saltiness
  • 1 cup DeLallo Orzo Pasta Main ingredient for the soup
For Serving
  • 2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken Pulled rotisserie chicken recommended
  • ¼ cup heavy cream Adds creaminess
  • 1-2 cups water As needed for desired consistency
  • Parmesan cheese Parmesan cheese For garnishing
  • herbs to taste herbs (such as parsley or basil) For garnishing
  • red pepper flakes to taste red pepper flakes For a spicy kick
  • 1 lemon For additional brightness
  • Bread for serving Bread for serving Warm crusty bread pairs well
  • optional to taste Pesto for serving (optional) Goes well with the soup

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until soft and fragrant, making sure it does not brown.
  2. Stir in the tomato paste and Italian seasoning. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomato paste caramelizes and deepens to a rich red color.
Cooking
  1. Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring to combine into a smooth liquid, and season with salt.
  2. Add the orzo pasta to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for approximately 10 minutes, or until the orzo is tender.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream to create a creamy texture, then add the cooked chicken and squeeze in fresh lemon juice.
  4. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Notes

For best flavor, use rotisserie chicken and allow the tomato paste to cook fully. Adjust thickness by adding water or broth.