INGREDIENTS
8 oz
orzo pasta
1 tsp
olive oil
3
carrots, chopped, or more to taste
3
ribs celery, chopped
1
onion, chopped
2 cloves
garlic, minced
1/2 tsp
dried thyme
1/2 tsp
dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper
1
bay leaf
3
cartons fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup
fresh lemon juice
1
lemon, zested
8 oz
cooked chicken breast, chopped
1 8 ounce package
baby spinach leaves
1
lemon, sliced for garnish (optional)
1/4 cup
grated Parmesan cheese (optional)