Description
Warm up with this delightful Mexican Chicken Rice Soup, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables in a savory broth. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this soup is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s taste preferences. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, it’s sure to become a favorite in your home. Gather your ingredients and enjoy the satisfying experience of creating a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until browned on both sides (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté chopped onion until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil before adding long grain rice. Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks and return it to the pot along with any desired seasonings.
- Allow the soup to simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Stir in freshly squeezed lime juice just before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro or avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg