Chicken Meatball Soup

Warm up with this comforting Chicken Meatball Soup that's loaded with tender veggies and savory meatballs. It's a hearty, flavorful meal that'll leave you feeling satisfied and cozy.

Instructions

1. 1

   Make the meatballs: In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken, bread crumbs, egg, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then roll into 1-inch (2 cm) meatballs. You should have 16-18 total.

2. 2

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sear the meatballs on all sides until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pot and set aside.

3. 3

   Make the soup: In the same pot, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and cook, stirring occasionally until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 1-2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the chicken stock and bay leaf. Cover and bring to a boil.

5. 5

   Once boiling, add the orzo and meatballs. Cover and simmer for 7-8 minutes, until the orzo is tender.

6. 6

   Add the Swiss chard, cover, and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the chard has wilted.

7. 7

   Add the Parmesan cheese and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the lemon juice.

8. 8

   Ladle into bowls and serve.

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   Enjoy!

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