This healthy, easy soup is loaded with vegetables, protein and fiber to keep you full and fueled.

Serve this winter soup topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and a side of garlic toast.

Add chicken and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon each oregano (and/or thyme), salt and pepper.

Ingredients for the lemon chicken orzo soup with kale placed on marble counter in separate clear mixing bowls

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Cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned, 3 to 5 minutes.

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to a plate.

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, onions, carrots and celery to the pan.

Pieces of chicken breast getting pan fried in Dutch oven

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Add garlic, bay leaf and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon oregano (and/or thyme).

Cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds.

Add broth and bring to a boil over high heat.

Diced carrots, onions and celery getting fried in a Dutch oven

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Reduce heat to maintain a simmer, cover and cook for 5 minutes.

Add kale and the chicken, along with any accumulated juices.

Continue cooking until the orzo is tender and the chicken is cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes more.

Ingredients for the lemon chicken orzo soup with kale simmering in broth in Dutch oven

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Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice and the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

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Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Kale