Basil, Chicken & Orzo Soup
This Basil, Chicken & Orzo Soup provides 54g protein and 534 calories per serving in a single-pot format. Four servings come together on the stovetop in quick prep time, making it ideal for rotating between your standard meal prep proteins. Hits high protein numbers while keeping calories moderate for cutting phases.
Ingredients
- •Olive oil(5g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Yellow Onion
- •Celery(800g)
- •Carrots
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(1920g)
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(480g)
- •2 bay leaves
- •Sea Salt And Fresh Cracked Pepper, To Taste (I Used Lots!)
- •Basil, Fresh
- •Pasta, Orzo, White, Dry(240g)
Instructions
- 1Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large cooking pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is heated (if you add a drop of water, it will sizzle!), add onion and stir for 1-2 minutes. Then add carrots, celery and garlic then stir for 60 seconds. Stir in chicken stock, diced chicken, and bay leaves, then season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for an hour (or 30 minutes if you’re rushed).
- 2Raise heat to medium-high and bring the soup back to a boil. Then add basil and dried orzo pasta and cook per instructions until the pasta is al dente. Taste and re-season with additional salt and pepper (or more basil) if needed. Serve warm.
Nutrition — Per Serving
534
calories
54g
protein
7g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 67g
- Saturated fat
- 1.6g
- Sodium
- 858 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 6.1g
4 servings per batch · ~906g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Basil, Chicken & Orzo Soup have per serving?
Each serving delivers 54g of protein and 534 calories with 67g carbs and 7g fat. The balanced macro profile and high protein content make this a well-rounded meal.
How long does Basil, Chicken & Orzo Soup take to make?
Quick prep on the stovetop yields 4 servings, so you can batch-cook a full week of lunches or dinners efficiently.
Is Basil, Chicken & Orzo Soup good for muscle gain?
At 54g protein per serving, this soup supports muscle gain with solid protein density alongside 67g carbs for glycogen replenishment. The 534 calories per serving fits within moderate calorie intake during controlled bulk phases.
