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Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup

Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup

This Chicken Orzo Tomato Soup is a comforting dish combining tender chicken, hearty orzo, and vegetables, perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner Plates
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil A dash for sautéing and enhancing flavors
  • 1 medium onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 medium carrots Diced
  • 2 stalks celery Diced
For the Protein & Liquids
  • 1 pound chicken breast Diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes Canned
  • 6 cups chicken broth
For the Pasta & Seasoning
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt To taste
  • pepper To taste
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened.
  3. Add diced chicken and cook until no longer pink.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, and oregano.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Add orzo and cook for an additional 10 minutes until tender.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup freezes beautifully! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove, adding a splash of broth if needed.

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