Name: Chicken and Lime Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 carrots, peeled and diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 jalapeño, diced (remove seeds for less heat); 1 ½ tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; ½ tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp salt (or to taste); ½ tsp black pepper; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts); 1 bay leaf; Juice of 3-4 limes (about ⅓ cup or to taste); ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; Optional toppings: avocado, tortilla strips, cheese, extra lime wedges

Description

This comforting Chicken and Lime Soup is a vibrant, zesty dish made with tender shredded chicken, fresh lime juice, and warm spices. It’s perfect for a light, flavorful meal that feels both hearty and refreshing.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 celery stalks, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeño, diced (remove seeds for less heat)
1 ½ tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt (or to taste)
½ tsp black pepper
6 cups chicken broth
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 bay leaf
Juice of 3–4 limes (about ⅓ cup or to taste)
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Optional toppings: avocado, tortilla strips, cheese, extra lime wedges

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
Add garlic and jalapeño and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour in chicken broth and add chicken thighs and bay leaf.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Remove chicken from the pot, shred it with two forks, and return it to the soup.
Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot with desired toppings such as avocado, tortilla strips, cheese, and extra lime wedges.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by adding more or less jalapeño.
This soup stores well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.
For a heartier soup, you can add cooked rice or beans.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 75mg