Chicken Miso Soup with Orzo

Here's a recipe for a quick and easy take on Miso soup that I made


For 2 people you'll need

1 celery stick, chopped
1 chopped zucchini
2 cloves garlic, pressed
2-3 heaping tablespoons Miso paste
about 1tsp chili paste depending on how spicy you like it (I used harissa)
about 1/2 lb orzo - cooked
3 scallions, chopped
a bit of fresh or dried basil
1-2 boneless skinless chicken breasts which have been pounded down and cubed
2-3 cups water (this is a complete guess)

* Besides for the celery, my vegetable choice was based mainly on what we had in the house and I'm sure lots of vegetables could be substituted or added, though they may change cooking time.

Saute the celery and garlic in a pot with some olive oil until the celery starts to soften. Add the zucchini and cook through. Add in the miso paste, water and chili paste and stir until they have dissolved. Once the water has begun to boil, turn down the heat slightly, and add the chicken, and a few minutes later the orzo, scallions and basil. Once the chicken is cooked through the soup is done. Salt and Pepper to taste.

This is not the most amazing soup ever, but its tasty and can be eaten as a complete meal.