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Creamy Chicken Orzo Pesto Soup
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4.53 from 21 votes

Creamy Chicken Orzo Pesto Soup

Orzo, chicken and vegetables in a creamy pesto broth.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 8 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo uncooked
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3/4 cups prepared basil pesto
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large soup pot, bring broth to a boil over medium high heat. Add carrots, garlic, chicken and orzo and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until orzo is just tender.
  • Stir in cream, lemon juice and pesto and continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soup has thickened slightly. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.