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Light, nourishing soup rich in protein and minerals
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo (240 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 11 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 624 mg of Sodium covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo is a Turkish home-style soup made by simmering small pasta in chicken stock. It may also include tender shredded chicken and chopped herbs, with lemon sometimes offered at the table. The Turkish name refers to şehriye, a small pasta used in soups; the exact shape can vary.
Its clear, savoury broth and soft pasta make it a gentle, warming starter or a simple light meal. In Turkey it is often served at lunch or dinner, especially on chilly days, and may be part of an iftar spread. It provides some protein—2.7 g per 100 g—without being heavy. Add extra chicken for a more substantial bowl, or serve it with salad and bread.
Selected: 100 g
38
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.6g
· 2% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 30% · Fat 19%
Vitamins
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.2µg · 4% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
260mg · 11% DV
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
58mg · 2% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 38 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.13g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo is a light soup made with chicken broth, small rice-shaped orzo pasta and usually tender chicken. It is often finished with chopped herbs, and recipes may add vegetables or lemon.
Make Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo by bringing chicken broth to a gentle simmer, cooking the orzo until tender, then adding shredded cooked chicken to warm through. Season to taste and finish with fresh herbs; avoid a long boil after adding the pasta.
Yes, leftover cooked chicken works well in Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo. Shred or chop it and stir it in near the end, heating it until steaming; adding it too early can make the chicken dry and stringy.
To keep orzo from getting mushy in Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo, cook it just until tender and serve promptly. If making the soup ahead, cook the orzo separately and combine it with the broth and chicken shortly before serving.
Yes, cooking orzo separately is a good option for Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo, especially when preparing it ahead or saving leftovers. Drain the pasta, then add portions to hot broth when serving so it does not keep absorbing liquid in storage.
Yes, Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo can be frozen, but the pasta may become soft after thawing. For better texture, freeze the chicken and broth without orzo, then cook fresh orzo and add it after reheating the soup.
Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. The orzo will absorb broth as it sits, so add a splash of broth or water when reheating.
Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo pairs well with crusty bread, a simple green salad or roasted vegetables. Since the soup already includes chicken and pasta, a light side is usually enough for a satisfying meal.
Yes, homemade broth works very well in Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo and gives you control over its seasoning. Strain the broth before adding the orzo, and taste it before salting because broth can already be salty.
Yes, Chicken Broth Soup with Orzo can be comforting when you have a cold and helps provide fluid in an easy-to-eat form. Its warmth may soothe a sore throat temporarily, but the soup does not cure the cold.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.