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Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup boosts your health today!

A healthy and flavorful Mediterranean Lemon Chicken Soup that boosts your health with fresh ingredients and zesty lemon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1 cup fresh spinach chopped
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Add the dried oregano and thyme, stirring to combine.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Add the chicken breasts to the pot. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
  7. Stir in the uncooked orzo pasta and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
  8. Add the chopped spinach and lemon juice, stirring well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a creamier soup, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream just before serving.
  • Substitute the orzo with quinoa or rice for a gluten-free option.

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