Description
Yummy Cozy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup is a heartwarming dish that blends zesty lemon, tender chicken, and hearty orzo pasta to create a nutritious and satisfying meal. Perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, this soup is not only delicious but also packed with protein and vitamins, making it a go-to recipe for comfort food lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups chicken broth (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic during the last minute of sautéing.
- Add the diced chicken breast; season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned (approximately 5-6 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil; stir in orzo pasta. Reduce heat and simmer until pasta is al dente (around 10 minutes).
- Once cooked through, stir in spinach until wilted, adding lemon juice and herbs for flavor.
- Adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or more lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg