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Easy One-Pot Chicken and Orzo Soup Recipe with Spinach Lemon Dill

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A quick, comforting, and nutritious one-pot chicken soup featuring bright lemon, fresh dill, tender chicken, orzo pasta, and vibrant spinach. Perfect for busy weeknights and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (can substitute with chicken breasts)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium preferred)
  • 3/4 cup orzo pasta
  • 3 cups packed fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry and cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds without browning. Stir in chicken pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook for about 5 minutes until edges brown but chicken is not fully cooked.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Skim any foam or impurities from the surface.
  5. Stir in orzo pasta and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Test orzo for tenderness around 8 minutes.
  6. Add chopped spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove pot from heat and stir in lemon juice and zest. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Sprinkle fresh dill over the soup and stir gently.
  8. Serve immediately, ladling into bowls and enjoying the warm, bright flavors.

Notes

If the soup thickens after resting, stir in extra broth or water before reheating. Stir orzo occasionally while simmering to prevent clumping. For gluten-free, substitute orzo with gluten-free pasta or rice. Fresh dill can be replaced with dried dill (use half the amount). Freeze soup without orzo to avoid mushiness; cook orzo fresh when reheating.

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