Hearty Lemon Orzo Chicken Soup: A Comforting Winter Delight

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2-3 carrots, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 1 bay leaf
• 4 cups chicken stock
• 2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
• 1 cup uncooked orzo
• 2 cups water
• Coarse salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1-2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, for garnish