Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Looking for a comforting and filling dinner meal? If you are, look no further than this instant pot lemon chicken orzo soup by Piping Pot Curry. It is packed with chicken, orzo, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and herbs. I love making this recipe at home as it’s healthy, only requires simple ingredients and it’s easy to prepare. It’s bright, fresh, and hearty. You can never go wrong with this dish.

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I love making this recipe for gatherings or weekend dinners as it’s great for big groups. Even the kids love this dish. They say it tastes amazing! This dish is already filling on it’s own but if you want to serve it with sides you can pair it with a sandwich, bread, or salad. I bet this will be a new favorite in your household once you try it!

For more chicken recipes, check these out: One Pan Lemony Chicken and Potatoes, Chili’s Copycat Monterey Chicken Recipe, Easy Chicken Waldorf Salad Recipe

Easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon of olive oil or butter
• 3/4 cup of onion (diced)
• 1 tablespoon of garlic (minced)
• 3/4 cup of carrot (cut into small pieces)
• 3/4 cup of celery (cut into small pieces)
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of thyme
• 2 cups of chicken broth or vegetable broth
• 1/2 lb of chicken breast (boneless and skinless)
• 1/3 cup of orzo
• 1 tablespoon of lime juice
• 2 tablespoons of parsley (for garnish)

How to Make Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Step 1:

Turn on your instant pot, and add the oil, onion, and garlic. Saute for a few minutes.

Step 2:

Add the carrots, celery, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until well combined.

Step 3:

Pour the chicken broth and add the chicken. Place the lid then cook on pressure cook mode at high pressure for about 6 minutes.

Step 4:

After 6 minutes, let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes. Open the lid then remove the chicken and shred it into pieces using two forks.

Step 5:

Once shredded, place the chicken back in the instant pot and add the orzo, lemon juice,  and parsley. Saute until pasta is cooked.

Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup