Fresh Spinach, Orzo and Chicken Soup PACIFIC NATURAL FOODS


4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, cut in 1-inch cubes
Sea salt and pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, diced
2 garlic cloves,minced
1 teaspoon ground coriander
Pinch of ground cinnamon
1 32-ounce container
Pacific Natural Foods Organic Free Range Chicken Broth
2/3 cup orzo
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 lemon wedges

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear until lightly browned; remove to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium, add onion and garlic, and sauté until onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add spices and stir for 1 minute.
  4. Add broth and bring to a boil. Add orzo and cook until tender, 8-10 minutes.
  5. Add chicken, bring soup back to a boil and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Divide spinach among 6 bowls and ladle hot soup over spinach. Garnish with Parmesan and lemon wedges. Serve immediately.
Makes 6 servings.

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