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Lemon Ginger Chicken Orzo Soup

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Rett Soup
Kategori Mediterranean
serveringsstørrelse 4 people

Ingredienser
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

fremgangsmåte
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery and cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  • Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and add the chicken breasts. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove the chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the broth.
  • Add the orzo and cook for 8 to 10 minutes until tender.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and spinach. Cook for 2 minutes until the spinach wilts. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Ladle into bowls and top with chopped parsley before serving.

merknader

If the soup thickens after freezing, add a splash of broth when reheating to loosen the orzo. The lemon flavor stays bright even after thawing, so taste and add a little extra juice if needed. Skip the spinach until reheating if you prefer it to stay vibrant.
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Equipment: Large pot, Knife, Cutting board, Measuring cups