Name: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Spinach: The Ultimate Comfort Food
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 8 cups chicken broth; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb.); 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta; 3 large eggs; Juice of 3 lemons; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); Lemon slices (for garnish)

Description

Warm up with this easy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Spinach. A healthy, comforting recipe perfect for any season.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 cups chicken broth
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb.)
1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
3 large eggs
Juice of 3 lemons
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
Add the chicken breasts, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked
Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and set aside to cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken using two forks.
Bring the broth back to a boil.
Stir in the uncooked orzo pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and lemon juice until fully combined.
Slowly ladle a bit of hot broth into the egg-lemon mixture, whisking continuously to temper the eggs. Repeat with 1-2 more ladles of broth.
Gradually pour the tempered egg-lemon mixture back into the soup, stirring gently to combine.
Add the shredded chicken lemon zest, and chopped spinach to the pot, continuing to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
Season the soup with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Serve the soup garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
Details:
This comforting lemon chicken orzo soup is light yet hearty, with the tang of lemon and the richness of chicken and orzo. Perfect for a cozy meal any time of year.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 320 kcal per serving

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