NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5.5 oz chicken breast

0.25 cup orzo

2 cup chicken broth

0.5 tbsp olive oil

0.5 cup carrots

0.5 cup celery

0.25 cup yellow onion

1 clove garlic

1 tbsp lemon juice

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp dried oregano

1 tbsp fresh parsley

PREPARATION

• 1

  Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.

• 2

  Add the diced carrots, celery, and onion, sautéing for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

• 3

  Stir in the minced garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

• 4

  Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

• 5

  Add the whole chicken breast and the dry orzo to the pot.

• 6

  Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes until the orzo is tender and the chicken is fully cooked through.

• 7

  Remove the chicken breast from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.

• 8

  Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving to maintain the vibrant flavor.