Chicken Florentine Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 1 celery rib, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
• 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 6 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1/4 cup half-and-half cream
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese