Name: Homemade Chicken Orzo Soup
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped carrots; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 2 cloves garlic (minced); salt and pepper to taste; 7 cups (low-sodium chicken broth); 8 ounces orzo pasta; 16 ounces cooked chicken breast (chopped); 3 cups baby spinach leaves; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Description

Chicken Orzo Soup – Homemade chicken orzo soup made with fresh spinach, cooked chicken and fresh Parmesan cheese for a comforting bowl. Perfect for winter nights dinner.

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic (minced)
salt and pepper to taste
7 cups (low-sodium chicken broth)
8 ounces orzo pasta
16 ounces cooked chicken breast (chopped)
3 cups baby spinach leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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Instructions

In a Dutch oven heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and carrots, cook stirring occasionally, until tender.
Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add orzo pasta and chicken to pot. Reduce heat slightly. Simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes.
Add spinach and cook until wilted and pasta is tender. Season with salt and pepper.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner