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a wide horizontal bowl of Mexican lime chicken soup with cilantro, avocado, and lime wedges, brothy and bright, natural light, shallow depth of field, landscape orientation

Mexican Lime Chicken Soup

Broth that has a tinge of lime mixed with tomatoes, chicken, jalapenos, and fresh cilantro.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 jalapeno minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 limes juiced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Method
 

  1. Saute the onion, jalapeno, and garlic in a pot until softened.
  2. Add the tomatoes, broth, and chicken and simmer 20 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot.
  4. Stir in the lime juice and warm through.
  5. Finish with chopped cilantro and serve with extra lime wedges.

Notes

Add diced avocado on top for a creamy contrast.