$2.50 a serving · 30 min
- Under 30 min
- Makes leftovers
- Nut-free
- High protein
- Heart-healthy
- Anti-inflammatory
- Thyroid-friendly
- Comfort food
- Mediterranean
- Chicken
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $10.00 if you cook for four.
- Calories
- 450 kcal
- Protein
- 42g
- Carbs
- 37g
- Fat
- 15g
Ingredients
For one serving, in kitchen measures, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Spinach1⅓ cups
- Lemons½
- Garlic1 clove
Meat & seafood
- Chicken thighs130 g
Dairy & eggs
- Parmesan2 tbsp
Pantry
- Pasta40 g
- Bouillon cubes1 cube
How to cook it
- 1
Put the chicken, crushed garlic, crumbled stock cube and 2 cups water in the Instant Pot.
- 2
Seal and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes, then quick release.
- 3
Lift out the chicken and shred it.
- 4
Set to Sauté, add the orzo pasta and simmer for 8 minutes, then stir in the chicken, spinach and lemon juice.
- 5
Season and top with the grated parmesan.
People also ask
- What to serve with Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup?
- Teriyaki Chicken Quinoa Bowl, Greek Chicken Couscous Bowl, or Chicken Burrito Bowl. Those sit in the same style as Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup?
- Yes. Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. chicken and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Instant Pot Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup high protein?
- Yes. 42g of protein a serving from chicken.
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