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Mexican Lime Chicken Rice Soup

Zesty Mexican Lime Chicken Rice Soup for Cozy Nights

This Mexican Lime Chicken Rice Soup offers a heartwarming combination of chicken, rice, and zesty lime in a comforting broth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any cooking oil can be used.
  • 1 cup Diced Yellow Onion Yellow or sweet onions are best.
  • 1 medium Minced Jalapeño Seed for milder spice.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Coriander can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can be used.
For the Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Instant rice can be substituted.
  • 6 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegan option.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (with juices) Fresh tomatoes are a good alternative.
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken can speed up preparation.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Lime Zest Omit if not available.
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Cilantro Parsley can be used as an alternative.
Finishing Touches
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Crushed Tortilla Chips For serving.
  • 1 medium Diced Avocado Optional topping.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the diced yellow onion for 4–5 minutes until softened and golden.
  3. Stir in minced jalapeño, sauté for another 2 minutes, then add minced garlic, ground cumin, and oregano.
  4. Incorporate 1 cup of rinsed long-grain white rice, toasting it for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in 6 cups of low-sodium chicken broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes, bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  7. Stir in 3 cups of cooked, shredded chicken, and cook for an additional 8–10 minutes.
  8. Add fresh lime juice, lime zest, and chopped cilantro, adjusting seasoning.
  9. Serve topped with crushed tortilla chips and diced avocado, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free broth and omit any gluten-containing ingredients.

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