Description
A comforting and hearty soup made with chicken, orzo pasta, and fresh tomatoes, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, chicken broth, orzo, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until orzo is cooked and chicken is tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or using fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg