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Mexican Chicken Soup

This vibrant Mexican chicken soup combines tender shredded chicken with bright lime, smoky cumin, and fresh vegetables, simmered to create a hearty and flavorful broth. The soup’s final texture is comforting yet lively, with colorful ingredients and a zesty finish. It’s perfect for a quick, adaptable, and soul-warming meal that feels like a cozy hug in a bowl.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1 cup corn kernels frozen, thawed
  • 1 can black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro fresh, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 lime lime for juice and garnish
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot
  • Sharp chef’s knife
  • Cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Measuring spoons & cups

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and prep by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering, then add diced onion.
  3. Sauté the onion for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant, then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring often.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the pot and cook for about 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly browned on all sides.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the diced tomatoes, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them with two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the soup.
  7. Stir in the corn, black beans, and chopped cilantro. Squeeze in the juice of half the lime and stir well.
  8. Let the soup simmer for another 10 minutes, tasting and adjusting seasoning with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lime for brightness.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with extra cilantro and lime slices, and enjoy a comforting, lively bowl of Mexican chicken soup.