Chicken and Orzo Noodle Soup

Name: Chicken and Orzo Noodle Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cup chicken breast (cooked, shredded); 4 cup chicken broth; 0.5 cup orzo pasta; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.125 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

A comforting and light soup with tender chicken pieces, soft orzo pasta, and mild seasonings, perfect for a cozy evening.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 30 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $3.06/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Sugar
Low-Residue
High-Protein
Low-Fat
Low-Saturated-Fat
Low-Calorie

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cup chicken breast (cooked, shredded)
4 cup chicken broth
0.5 cup orzo pasta
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.125 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a medium pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the shredded cooked chicken and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the uncooked orzo pasta, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Continue to simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the orzo is tender. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.

Notes

Using pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken significantly reduces the prep time. For a bit more substance, you can add some very finely diced peeled carrots along with the broth and orzo.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 406
Protein: 38.8 g
Carbohydrates: 36.5 g
Fat: 11.5 g
Fiber: 2.5 g
Sodium: 2077 mg
Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
Sugar: 2.8 g
Cholesterol: 99 mg