Green Goddess Chicken Orzo Soup
A comforting and nourishing soup that blends savory chicken, orzo, and fresh greens with garlic, ginger, and herbs. Perfect for chilly days and boosting immunity.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Immersion blender
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken stock or vegetable broth
- 1.5 cups water
- 1 cup orzo
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 leek chopped
- 1 russet potato peeled and cubed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add diced onion, leek, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken stock, water, and potato. Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
- Add orzo, chicken, spinach, parsley, and peas; simmer until orzo is cooked and chicken is done.
- Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve with fresh cilantro garnish.
Notes
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 130-144 per cup
- Carbohydrates: 46%-68%
- Protein: 27%-32%
- Fat: 4%-30%
- Vitamin A: 33% daily value