Description
A light and comforting low calorie chicken orzo soup made with tender chicken breast, vegetables, and orzo pasta in a flavorful broth. Perfect for a healthy meal that is both satisfying and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
8 cups low sodium chicken broth
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 cup orzo pasta
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot and sauté for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Add the chicken pieces, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Stir in the orzo pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
Add the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted.
Remove the pot from heat and stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes