Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup: Easy Comfort with Spinach & Herbs
Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup with Spinach and Fresh Herbs is a comforting dish that brings warmth and flavor to any table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add chicken broth, orzo, thyme, and garlic powder to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in fresh spinach and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- This soup is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- You can add other vegetables like carrots or celery for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup, Comfort Food, Spinach, Fresh Herbs