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One-Pot Lemon Chicken Soup

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This refreshing and comforting One-Pot Lemon Chicken Soup combines tender chicken, bright lemon, and nourishing vegetables in a simple, easy-to-make meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Add chicken breasts to the pot. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
  4. Remove chicken from the pot, shred with two forks, and return shredded chicken to the pot.
  5. Stir in orzo pasta, lemon juice, lemon zest, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook until orzo is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Add fresh baby spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  7. Stir in chopped parsley, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.

Notes

For a creamier texture, stir in ¼ cup of plain Greek yogurt before serving or garnish with extra lemon wedges for added zest.

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