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Chicken Lime Soup

A vibrant and flavorful chicken soup bursting with zesty lime and loaded with nutritious veggies, perfect for any day of the week.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can coconut milk (14 oz)
  • 2 pieces lime, juice and zest Juice and zest from two limes
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnishes
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
  • Avocado slices for garnish (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth followed by the can of coconut milk. Stir well to combine.
  4. Add the cooked chicken back to the pot. Then mix in the lime juice, lime zest, cumin, salt, and pepper. Allow the soup to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, letting all the flavors meld together.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and avocado slices if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, feel free to swap coconut milk with regular milk. For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños. You can also introduce chopped carrots or zucchini for additional nutrition.