Mexican Chicken Soup

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, zesty broth loaded with tender chicken, black beans, and fresh lime.
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Mexican Chicken Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 59.8

Description

This comforting Mexican Chicken Soup is a quick and hearty meal that balances savory broth with bright, fresh flavors. Tender shredded chicken simmers with earthy black beans, sweet corn, and fluffy quick-cooking rice for a satisfying texture in every spoonful. The addition of fresh cilantro, thinly sliced scallions, and a kick of cumin creates an aromatic depth that warms the soul. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and a dollop of salsa, this soup offers a perfect burst of citrus acidity. It&# 226;€™s ideal for chilly evenings, easy weeknight dinners, or when you need a wholesome, protein-packed comfort food. Simple ingredients come together in under an hour for a dish that feels homemade and deeply flavorful.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine chicken broth, skinless boneless chicken breast halves, and 2 cups of water in a large saucepan.
  2. Cover the pot and bring the liquid to a boil over high heat.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and poach the chicken uncovered until just cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken from the broth and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
  5. Return the shredded chicken to the simmering broth.
  6. Stir in rinsed black beans, Mexicorn, quick-cooking rice, thinly sliced scallions, minced cilantro, salsa, and ground cumin.
  7. Cook over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and flavors meld.
  8. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve immediately with fresh lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 59.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.0g5%
Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
Sodium 20.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 6.8g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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