Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup

The inspiration: https://pinchofyum.com/chicken-orzo-tomato-soup

Nore: Arthur LOVED this soup

4 cloves garlic, (or 2 teasp jarred minced garlic) minced
1 small can tomato paste
1/2 teasp italian seasoning
4 cups chicken stock
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cans Costco chunk chucken breast
1/4 cup heavy cream

Heat the olive oil in a soup pot over medium high heat. (See notes on types of pan to use!) Add the garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes until soft and fragrant but not browned.

Add the tomato paste and Italian seasoning; cook until it becomes caramelized and turns a deep red color, about 5 minutes.

Add the broth gradually until the mixture incorporates into a smooth liquid. This is a good time to add salt; I recommend tasting the liquid to see how much salt it needs depending on how salty your broth was. Otherwise just add 1/2 teaspoon to start, and add from there.

Add the orzo and bring the whole thing to a simmer for about 10 minutes until the orzo is soft. If needed, add a cup more of water and/or broth to get your desired consistency. Stir in heavy cream.

Add the chicken and squeeze in a bunch of lemon juice to wake the whole thing up.