Name: Greek Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1 medium onion, finely diced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cups dry orzo pasta, cooked according to package instructions; 2 cups fresh baby spinach; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; Crumbled feta for serving

Ingredients

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1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, finely diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups dry orzo pasta, cooked according to package instructions
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Crumbled feta for serving

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat.
Sauté chicken, carrots, celery, onion, and garlic until cooked.
Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
Incorporate cooked orzo and fresh spinach, stirring well.
Add lemon juice, lemon zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Simmer until heated through and serve with crumbled feta.

Notes

Cook orzo separately to prevent it soaking up too much broth.
Adjust lemon juice to your taste preference.
Use fresh herbs for a vibrant flavor.

Author: jesseca
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

Calories: 350
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 800
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 2
Unsaturated Fat: 7
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 45
Fiber: 3
Protein: 25
Cholesterol: 70