Chicken and Orzo Soup with Garlic and Paprika
A comforting and flavorful chicken soup with orzo, garlic, and paprika, perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free orzo)
Ingredients
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried mint
- 4 cups chicken broth or water
- Crusty bread, for serving
Instructions
- Sauté garlic in a large pot with olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Brown the shredded chicken for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
- Add tomato paste, sweet paprika, and dried mint to create a savory base.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil, scraping the bottom of the pot.
- Cook the orzo pasta in the boiling soup for about 8–10 minutes until al dente.
- Serve the soup warm in bowls with crusty bread.
Notes
Don’t overcook the orzo; it continues cooking after removing from heat. Use fresh garlic for better flavor. Taste as you go to adjust seasoning.