Creamy Tomato Chicken Orzo Soup
Hearty chicken orzo soup featuring tender chicken, creamy tomato broth, and aromatic Italian seasoning, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons DeLallo Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced or minced
- 1/4 cup DeLallo Tomato Paste
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 cups chicken broth
- salt to taste
- 1 cup DeLallo Orzo Pasta
- 2 cups chopped or shredded cooked chicken (I use the pulled meat from a rotisserie chicken)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1-2 cups water as desired
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a soup pot over medium high heat. Add the garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes until soft and fragrant but not browned.
- Add the tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook until it becomes caramelized and turns a deep red color, about 5 minutes.
- Add the broth gradually, stirring until the mixture incorporates into a smooth liquid. Season with salt to taste.
- Add the orzo and bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is soft. Add 1-2 cups of water if needed for desired consistency. Stir in heavy cream.
- Add the cooked chicken and a generous squeeze of lemon juice, simmering for 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, optionally topped with Parmesan, herbs, red pepper flakes, and crusty bread.
Notes
- Use a good quality chicken broth for the best flavor.
- Don't skip caramelizing the tomato paste; it adds depth.
- Adjust water and cream for your perfect soup consistency.
- A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens all the flavors. Allergens: Milk, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't skip caramelizing the tomato paste; it adds depth.
- Adjust water and cream for your perfect soup consistency.
- A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens all the flavors. Allergens: Milk, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.