Mexican Chicken Lime Soup

Lime is, without a doubt, in my top three favorite fruit flavors. Try saying that three times fast! Lime popsicles are by far the best flavor out there, lime candies are delicious, and now: lime soup. I was a bit skeptical, but the flavor in this soup is truly amazing. It is quite spicy, but the lime gives an almost cooling sensation and a depth to the flavor I hadn’t experienced before.

This soup is also quite easy – just cook the onions for a bit, add garlic, toss in the chicken, then the chiles and broth, and let it simmer for a bit before adding the final touches! I made this on a weeknight and had no issues with timing – it’s quick!

Mexican Chicken Lime Soup

• Author: EveryDay
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

A hearty chicken soup with a hint of spice from adobo and a delicious lime zest.

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Ingredients

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• 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 6 cloves garlic, diced
• 3 chicken breasts, cut into 1/2” pieces
• 2 canned chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, finely chopped
• 2 Tablespoons adobo sauce
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups frozen corn kernels
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnishing
• Juice of 2 large limes
• Salt and pepper
• 2 avocados, thinly sliced lengthwise
• Crushed tortilla chips

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Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large pot, then add onion and garlic. Cook over medium heat for about 8 minutes, or until onion is beginning to brown.
2. Push the onion to one side of the pot, and add the chicken. Cook for about 5 minutes while turning the pieces, allowing it to brown slightly.
3. Stir in chopped chipotles and sauce before adding the broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Add frozen corn 5 minutes before serving.
5. Remove from heat, stir in cilantro and lime juice, add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Top each bowl with sliced avocado, cilantro, and serve with tortilla chips.

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