Description
This vibrant Chicken and Lime Soup is a zesty, comforting dish packed with shredded chicken, fresh lime juice, and a blend of vegetables simmered in flavorful chicken broth. Enhanced with cilantro and optionally served with sour cream and avocado slices, this soup offers a perfect balance of tangy and savory, making it an ideal light meal or starter.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 sticks celery, chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 (10 fluid ounce) cans chicken broth
- 1 (12 fluid ounce) can corn
- 1 (18.3 fluid ounce) can stewed or diced tomatoes with Italian herbs
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup leftover or rotisserie chicken, shredded into bite-size pieces
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 handful fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
- Sour cream
- Fresh avocado slices
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil and Sauté Vegetables: Add the olive oil to a pan and heat over medium heat. Chop the onion and celery, then add them to the pan to cook.
- Combine Ingredients: After about 5 minutes, once the onion and celery have softened, add the chicken broth, corn, stewed tomatoes, minced garlic, shredded chicken, and lime juice to the pan.
- Simmer the Soup: Increase the heat to medium-high until the soup is just about to boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer gently for about five minutes.
- Add Cilantro and Continue Cooking: While the soup is simmering, chop the fresh cilantro. Add it to the soup and simmer for an additional five minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Season and Serve: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream and fresh avocado slices if desired.
Notes
- Using leftover or rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- Adjust the lime juice amount to your preferred level of tanginess.
- If you prefer a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
- Fresh cilantro can be substituted with parsley if unavailable.
- For a creamier texture, blend a small portion of the soup and stir it back in before serving.
