Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup (Cozy & High-Protein)

A one-pot, high-protein Mediterranean chicken soup finished with fresh lemon and herbs.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
• 1 cup orzo or short noodles
• 2 lemons, juiced and zested
• ¼ cup fresh dill and parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot and soften the onion, carrots and celery for 6 minutes.
2. Add garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Pour in the broth and add the chicken thighs; simmer 20 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
5. Stir in the orzo and cook until tender, about 9 minutes.
6. Turn off the heat and stir in lemon juice, zest and fresh herbs.
7. Season with salt and pepper, and add more lemon to taste.
8. Ladle into bowls and serve warm with extra lemon wedges.