Sicilian Chicken Soup Recipe

Name: Sicilian Chicken Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1 tsp. olive oil; 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves; 5 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast; 4 cups water; 1/2 cup uncooked orzo; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 can (1-3/4 lb.) whole tomatoes, drained and chopped; 1/2 cup fresh; frozen green peas; 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 1/2 tsp. honey; 1 tbsp. freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
5 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast
4 cups water
1/2 cup uncooked orzo
1/2 tsp. salt
1 can (1-3/4 lb.) whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
1/2 cup fresh
frozen green peas
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. honey
1 tbsp. freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

1
In 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine onion, garlic, oil, and oregano.
2
Cover and microwave on medium (50 percent) 1 minute.
3
Add chicken and 2 cups water.
4
Microwave, uncovered, on medium (50 percent) 5 to 6 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
5
Remove chicken and set aside to cool slightly.
6
Add orzo, salt, and remaining 2 cups water to mixture in bowl.
7
Microwave, uncovered, on high (100 percent) 7 to 8 minutes, or until orzo is al dente, stirring mixture every 3 minutes.
8
Add tomatoes, peas, black pepper, and honey.
9
Microwave, uncovered, on high (100 %) 4 minutes.
10
Meanwhile, shred reserved chicken.
11
Stir shredded chicken into soup and divide among serving bowls.
12
(If making ahead, cool soup, cover, and refrigerate.)
13
Sprinkle parmesan cheese over each bowl, if desired, and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 1 tsp. olive oil, 1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves, and more.

Yes, Sicilian Chicken Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Sicilian Chicken Soup

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