Mean Chef's Yucatan-Style Chicken, Lime, and Orzo Soup

From: K & W & c

On Aug 8, 2009

Very interesting and easy to make. We enjoyed trying something new. It seems to be missing some depth, we could not really identify what would make it a total 5 star. Loved the cilantro and lime flavor, very refreshing! Thank you for posting and opening our eyes to a new thing. Great soup to enjoy on a hot summr evening.

From: jrusk

On Feb 16, 2009

I finally had all the ingred. on hand to make this. Mine had some serious bite to it since I never see the need to de-seed jalapenos I chopped everything instead of slicing and added more orzo to thicken it a bit. I agree with another review that it is missing something but I'm not sure what. I had this for lunch and it was a great light meal. Thank you!

From: Malriah

On May 25, 2004

What a very refreshing soup! I was a bit disappointed because I was expecting spiciness but I guess my peppers just didn't pack a punch which was a bummer :o( Other than that, I really enjoyed this soup so much so that I am eating it for breakfast as I type. In this house, that is the ultimate compliment!

From: swissms

On Mar 23, 2009

I started making as written, but after a taste test, the other reviewers were correct that it was lacking flavor. I added about 1 1/2 t. ground cumin and a dash of chili powder. I also added some corn. With these additions I would give it 4 stars. I took the advice of another reviewer and added the uncooked orzo directly to the soup. This recipe was originally published in Bon Appetit, March 2004.