A delicious and healthy chicken and spinach lemon soup that is easy to make and full of flavor.
Chicken and Spinach Lemon Soup
A delicious and healthy chicken and spinach lemon soup that is easy to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 3/4 cup orzo pasta
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes. Remove chicken from pot and set aside.
- In the same pot, add onion and garlic. Cook until onion is translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and water to the pot. Bring to a boil.
- Stir in orzo pasta and let cook for 8-10 minutes, until pasta is al dente.
- Add cooked chicken back to the pot. Stir in spinach, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until spinach is wilted.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 35gFat: 10gFiber: 3g
