MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN ORZO SOUP
My husband is Greek, so I'm always trying new Mediterranean recipes. This lemon chicken orzo soup is his favorite dish that I make. Serve it with a little feta or Parmesan and a side of toast. -Kristine Kosturos, Olympia, Washington.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables, salt, oregano and pepper; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in broth, rosemary and bay leaf; bring to a boil., Add orzo. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 15-18 minutes or until orzo is tender, stirring occasionally. Return chicken to pan; heat through. Stir in lemon zest and juice; remove bay leaf. If desired, top each serving with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 630mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
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Lantern Flix
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. It's also a great way to get a healthy and filling meal on the table quickly.
Laraibadoll Laraibadoll
[email protected]I love the versatility of this recipe. You can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Muhammed Shorab
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra protein.
Shawn Dreyling
[email protected]I love the bright and flavorful broth in this soup. It's a great way to add some Mediterranean flavor to your meal.
AARGOOSTE
[email protected]This soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also a great way to use up any leftover vegetables you have in the fridge.
hatchetman7707
[email protected]I've made this soup with different types of pasta and it always turns out great. I love the flexibility of the recipe.
Rafat Hossn
[email protected]This soup is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a great way to sneak in some extra protein.
Krisha Kumal
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great weeknight meal that can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd.
Hashmi saab Saab
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. It's also a great way to get a healthy and filling meal on the table quickly.
Nasreen Akhter
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it always turns out great. I love the versatility of the recipe and how you can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.
Pinky Islam
[email protected]This is one of my favorite soups. It's so flavorful and the orzo pasta cooks perfectly every time.
Me Sawn Hasan
[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was a hit with my family. Everyone loved the flavor and the soup was gone before I knew it.
Raiwan Ali
[email protected]This soup is delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of flavors and the orzo pasta gives it a nice chewy texture.