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Zesty Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

Lean chicken and tender orzo in a lemon broth with spinach.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast diced
  • 3/4 cup orzo pasta
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Cook the carrots and chicken in olive oil until the chicken is browned.
  2. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Stir in the orzo and cook for 9 minutes until tender.
  4. Add the spinach and cook until wilted.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice, and serve.

Notes

Cook the orzo right in the broth so it picks up extra flavor.