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Mexican Lime Chicken Rice Soup

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A comforting bowl of soup filled with vibrant flavors, zesty lime, and hearty ingredients. Perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, jalapeno, and minced garlic and sauté until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, allowing those spices to bloom and fill your kitchen with their fragrant aroma.
  3. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces to the pot and cook until they are lightly browned on all sides, giving the soup a savory foundation.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and the undrained diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing all those wonderful flavors to meld together.
  5. Reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Stir in the cooked rice, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Warm through, letting the bright flavors come alive.
  7. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve hot and watch your loved ones dig in!

Notes

For a spicier kick, leave some of the seeds in the jalapeño or add a pinch of cayenne pepper. Fresh lime juice makes a world of difference, so don’t skimp on it!

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Find it online: https://lunarecipez.com/mexican-lime-chicken-rice-soup-recipe/

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