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Creamy Tuscan Chicken Orzo Soup
70% authentic · Italian-American
A rich and creamy twist on chicken orzo soup, inspired by Tuscan flavors, featuring sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and a touch of cream.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs1 lb boneless, skinless
- Orzo pasta3/4 cup
- Chicken broth4 cups
- Heavy cream1/2 cup
- Onion1 small
- Garlic cloves3
- Sun-dried tomatoes1/4 cup chopped
- Fresh spinach2 cups packed
- Butter2 tbsp
- Parmesan cheese1/4 cup grated
- Italian seasoning1 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Wateras needed
Steps
- 1
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. In a large pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- 2
Add chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4
Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in Italian seasoning.
- 5
Add orzo pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- 6
Stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
- 7
Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Heat through for 2-3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve hot.
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