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Keto Lemon Herb Chicken Orzo-Style Soup (Low Carb)

25 min · 5 Servings

Ingredients (13)

For the Soup
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
1 1/2 cups finely diced zucchini or 1 cup hearts of palm rice (orzo-style substitute)
1 tbsp lemon zest
3 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 tsp black pepper
For Serving
Fresh dill or parsley
Extra lemon slices (optional) · optional

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Step 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.Use: 1 tbsp olive oil
Step 2Add onion and garlic; sauté 2–3 minutes until softened.Use: 1/2 small onion (diced), 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Step 3Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.Use: 6 cups chicken broth
Step 4Add shredded chicken, diced zucchini or hearts of palm rice, oregano, salt, and pepper.Use: 2 cups cooked shredded chicken, 1 1/2 cups finely diced zucchini or 1 cup hearts of palm rice (orzo-style substitute), 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste), 1/4 tsp black pepper
Step 5Simmer 10–12 minutes until the “orzo-style” pieces are tender.
Step 6Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice.Use: 1 tbsp lemon zest, 3 tbsp lemon juice
Step 7Taste and adjust seasoning or lemon level.
Step 8Serve with fresh dill or parsley and optional lemon slices.Use: Fresh dill or parsley, Extra lemon slices (optional)