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    Home » Lemony Chicken and Orzo Soup

    January 17, 2020 Dinner

    Lemony Chicken and Orzo Soup


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    Prep time: 15-20 minutes
    Cook time: 20-30 minutes
    Total time: 35-50 minutes
    Yields: 4 servings

    Ingredients:

    2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (shredded)
    9 cups low sodium chicken broth
    1 cup orzo (regular or whole wheat)
    2-3 cups (packed) chopped spinach, depending on how much you want
    ⅓ cup feta cheese
    1 large lemon (zest and juice)
    1 medium sweet onion (quartered, thinly sliced)
    ½ cup chopped green onion
    8 minced garlic cloves
    2 tablespoon olive oil
    1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
    Pepper to taste
    Salt to taste

    Directions:

    Boil chicken until cooked through, then shred. Put olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Once hot, add onion and garlic and sauté until soft. Then, add chicken broth, chicken, lemon zest, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper. Cover and bring to a boil. Then remove lid and bring to a simmer. Add in orzo until al dente (about 5 min). Stir in feta, green onion, and spinach, stirring until the spinach is wilted. Salt and pepper to taste. Pro tip: I like to top mine with some extra red pepper flakes, feta, and green onion. Enjoy!

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