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Green Goddess Chicken Orzo Soup
Carolina Gomez

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 144
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Immersion blender
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion, leek, and celery; sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, cumin, and red pepper flakes; cook until fragrant.
  4. Add chicken stock, water, and potato. Bring to a boil, then simmer until potatoes are tender.
  5. Blend the soup with an immersion blender until smooth.
  6. Add orzo, chicken, spinach, parsley, and peas; simmer until orzo is cooked and chicken is done.
  7. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  8. 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