Title: Sicilian Chicken Soup
Categories: Soup Microwave
Yield: 2 Servings

1/2	c	Onion; chopped
1	lg	Clove garlic; chopped
1	ts	Olive oil
1/2	ts	Dried oregano leaves
5	oz	Boneless, skinless chicken breast
4	c	;water
1/2	c	Uncooked orzo
1/2	ts	Salt
1		28oz can whole tomatoes; drained and chopped
1/2	c	Fresh or frozen green peas
1/2	ts	Ground black pepper
1/2	ts	Pepper
1/2	ts	Honey
1	tb	Parmesan cheese; finely grated (optional)

In 2-quart microwave-safe bowl, combine onion, garlic, oil, and oregano. Cover and microwave on medium (50 percent) 1 minute. Add chicken and 2 cups water. Microwave, uncovered, on medium (50 percent) 5 to 6 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside to cool slightly.

Add orzo, salt, and remaining 2 cups water to mixture in bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high (100 percent) 7 to 8 minutes, or until orzo is al dente, stirring mixture every 3 minutes.

Add tomatoes, peas, black pepper, and honey. Microwave, uncovered, on high (100 %) 4 minutes. Meanwhile, shred reserved chicken. Stir shredded chicken into soup and divide among serving bowls. (If making ahead, cool soup, cover, and refrigerate.) Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each bowl, if desired, and serve. Nutritional info per serving with Parmesan- protein 32g, fat 8g, carbs 48g, fiber 6g, sodium 820mg, cholesterol 62mg, calories 384

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