Description
Chicken Orzo Soup is a comforting dish that warms both the heart and belly. With tender chicken, savory broth, and tiny orzo pasta, this delightful soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Infused with fresh herbs and vibrant veggies, it offers a burst of flavor in every spoonful. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend dinner, this easy recipe will quickly become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup orzo pasta (about 6 ounces)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and oregano; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, then return it along with orzo pasta to the pot. Simmer for approximately 10 minutes until orzo is tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale until wilted; squeeze in lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg