Best 6 Lemony Chicken Feta Meatball Soup With Spinach Recipes

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Few things bring comfort on a cold night like a savory, warm, flavorful soup. In this article, we present to you the delightful recipe for "Lemony Chicken Feta Meatball Soup with Spinach," a delightful soup that combines the tanginess of lemon, the richness of cheese, the heartiness of meatballs, and the freshness of spinach. This hearty and comforting soup is not only delicious but also quite nutritious, making it an ideal meal for those chilly evenings or for when you're craving a home-cooked dish that warms the soul.

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LEMONY CHICKEN-FETA MEATBALL SOUP WITH SPINACH



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Some might be suspicious of the rolled oats called for in this recipe, but used in place of breadcrumbs, they help create a light and tender chicken meatball. A half-cup more is simmered in the broth, which thickens it and provides a pleasant texture. The meatballs, made with ground chicken, feta and fresh dill, swim in a lemony, spinach-filled broth that's comforting and light, perfect for lunch or dinner. Serve any leftovers with a fresh squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the soup.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories     soups and stews, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground chicken or turkey, preferably dark meat
1/2 cup crumbled feta
3/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1 small red onion, halved (1/2 diced, and 1/2 grated, then squeezed with a paper towel to remove excess liquid)
1/3 packed cup fresh dill leaves and fine stems, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon plus 1 tablespoon ground turmeric
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or water
4 packed cups baby spinach (about 5 ounces)
2 lemons (1 juiced and 1 cut into wedges for serving)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, add the chicken, feta, 1/4 cup oats, the grated onion, most of the dill (reserve about 2 tablespoons for garnish), the cumin, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric and 1 teaspoon salt. Gently combine without squeezing too hard or overworking the meat. Lightly wet your palms and shape the meat into small balls, a little smaller than the size of a golf ball, about 1 1/2 inches. (You will have approximately 25 balls.)
  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or wide pot over medium until shimmering. Add the diced onion, season with salt, and cook until it begins to soften, about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon turmeric and the red-pepper flakes, and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Push the onions to the sides as best you can, then add the meatballs. (They will be close together, and that's OK.) Cook until browned on two sides, 5 to 7 minutes total.
  • Pour in the broth and remaining ½ cup oats, then gently tilt the pot to the right and left to distribute the oats and broth without disturbing the meatballs. Bring to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce the heat to maintain an active simmer. Season with salt. Cook, gently stirring occasionally to make sure nothing is sticking to the bottom, until the oats have softened and the meatballs are cooked through, about 4 minutes more.
  • Stir in the spinach and lemon juice until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes more. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Spoon into bowls, top with pepper and the remaining dill. Serve with lemon wedges.

LEMON, CHICKEN AND ORZO SOUP WITH SPINACH



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 carrot, sliced into thin rounds
1 rib celery, thinly sliced
1 small onion, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup dry orzo
2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
3 cups lightly packed baby spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus sprigs for serving
1/2 lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the carrot, celery, onion, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the garlic and continue to cook for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer and stir in the orzo. Cook until the orzo is just tender, about 7 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and simmer until heated through. Add the spinach and stir until wilted. Remove from the heat and stir in the dill and lemon zest. Season with additional salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with additional dill.

LEMON CHICKEN ORZO SOUP



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Inspired by Panera Bread's version, this soup delivers on flavor. Tender chicken in a lemony broth with orzo pasta, carrots, onions, celery, and baby spinach. This has quickly become one of my family's very favorite soup recipes.

Provided by ReneePaj

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Noodle Soup Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces orzo pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 carrots, chopped, or more to taste
3 ribs celery, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 bay leaf
3 (32 ounce) cartons fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
½ cup fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zested
8 ounces cooked chicken breast, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
1 lemon, sliced for garnish
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water until partially cooked through but not yet soft, about 5 minutes; drain and rinse with cold water until cooled completely.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir carrots, celery, and onion in hot oil until the vegetables begin to soften and the onion becomes translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute more. Season mixture with thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf; continue cooking another 30 seconds before pouring chicken broth into the pot.
  • Bring the broth to a boil. Partially cover the pot, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the vegetables are just tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir orzo, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the broth; add chicken. Cook until the chicken and orzo are heated through, about 5 minutes. Add baby spinach; cook until the spinach wilts into the broth and the orzo is tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Ladle soup into bowls; garnish with lemon slices and Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.7 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 186.9 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

HEARTY MEATBALL SOUP WITH SPINACH



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My DIL found this recipe online and made it when I was there. It is relatively quick to make and so good. Note: In the directions it refers to the trinity mix; that is the carrot, celery, and onion listed in the ingredients; 2 part onion, one part carrot and one part celery

Provided by tammy dalton

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 lbs 93% lean ground beef, 7% fat
1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
1 eggs, beaten or 1/4 cup egg substitute
2 tablespoons sun-dried tomato pesto
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 tablespoon canola oil
8 ounces assorted fresh vegetables, diced (onions, celery and carrots)
3 cups fresh spinach leaves
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained
1 (32 ounce) box unsalted chicken stock
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Chop garlic.
  • Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, tomato pesto, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper until blended.
  • Shape into 1-inch meatballs (about 25-30); wash hands.
  • Preheat large stockpot on medium-high 2-3 minutes.
  • Place oil in pan; add meatballs (in batches).
  • Cook and turn 6 to 8 minutes or until browned.
  • Remove meatballs from pan and set aside.
  • Add trinity mix (onion, celery, carrots) and garlic to pan; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until onions soften.
  • Add spinach; cook 2 to 3 minutes or until spinach begins to wilt.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in cannellini beans, chicken stock, meatballs and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • Simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until meatballs are 160 degrees Fahrenheit and soup is hot.
  • Top with Parmesan cheese and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418.9, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 108.7, Sodium 1040.7, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 41.4

CHICKEN FETA SOUP



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Make and share this Chicken Feta Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Amedeane

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves
8 ounces feta cheese
1 lb diced tomatoes with juice (fresh, not canned)
16 ounces baby spinach leaves (fresh, not frozen)
32 ounces chicken stock
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1 lemon, juice of
1 lb cooked farfalle pasta (bowtie)

Steps:

  • Boil chicken in stock until cooked thoroughly.
  • Add 1 lb diced fresh tomatoes.
  • Add 16 oz. fresh baby spinach.
  • Add 8 oz. crumbled feta cheese.
  • Add 1/4 teaspoons oregano (more or less to taste).
  • Add juice of one lemon.
  • Add 1 lb. cooked bowtie pasta.
  • Simmer and serve with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.5, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 137.1, Sodium 1008.5, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 6.8, Protein 48.8

LEMONY CHICKEN AND RICE WITH SPINACH AND FETA



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Make and share this Lemony Chicken and Rice With Spinach and Feta recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken

Time 5h35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups cooked rice
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
salt
pepper
4 ounces Baby Spinach (4 cups)
1 1/2 cups crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Microwave onion, oil, garlic, and oregano in bowl, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes; transfer to slow cooker.
  • Stir in rice.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper and nestle into slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours on LOW.
  • Transfer chicken to cutting board, let cool slightly, then shred into bite-size pieces.
  • Gently stir shredded chicken, spinach, 1 cup feta, and half-and-half into slow cooker and let sit until spinach is wilted and casserole is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in lemon zest and juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup feta.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.5, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 166.8, Sodium 573.6, Carbohydrate 41.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 39.6

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality chicken and feta cheese for the best flavor.
  • Use fresh spinach for the best results, but frozen spinach can be used in a pinch.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when browning the chicken meatballs. Cook them in batches if necessary.
  • Use a flavorful chicken broth for the soup base.
  • Add the lemon juice and zest at the end of cooking to preserve their bright flavor.

Conclusion:

This lemony chicken feta meatball soup with spinach is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

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