Italian Penicillin Soup – My Food Plans

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken (about 3-4 lbs)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup orzo pasta
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving