Ingredients: * 1 tablespoon olive oil * 1 small onion, diced * 2 carrots, peeled and sliced * 2 celery stalks, sliced * 3 garlic cloves, minced * 6 cups chicken broth * 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or boiled) * 3/4 cup orzo pasta * 1 teaspoon dried thyme * 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh) * 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) * 1/2 teaspoon black pepper * spinach (optional) Instructions: Sauté the Vegetables. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. 
Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. 
Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir in the shredded chicken Add/Cook the Orzo 8-10 min. Stir in spinach and enjoy