Not Your Momma's Chicken Soup

Spice up your comfort food game with "Not Your Momma's Chicken Soup," a bold, smoky twist on the classic! This hearty soup features tender, bone-in chicken thighs, a medley of vibrant vegetables, and a flavor-packed broth infused with smoky chipotle peppers, fragrant spices like cumin and smoked paprika, and a bright hit of fresh lime juice. Perfectly balanced with Yukon gold potatoes and zucchini, this one-pot wonder combines rich, savory depth with fresh, zesty flair. Ready in just over an hour, it’s the ultimate cozy meal with a gourmet edge. Whether it’s for a family dinner or to fight off a cold, this chicken soup is not just comforting—it’s unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced into rounds
• 2 stalks celery stalks, chopped
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 8 cups chicken broth
• 8 small baby Yukon gold potatoes, quartered
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Sear them skin-side down in the pot for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and oregano. Stir the mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes to release the spices' aroma.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze it. Return the chicken thighs to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the broth.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 25 minutes.

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the pot and let it cool slightly. Remove the skin and shred the meat from the bones. Discard the bones and skin.

Step 8

Add the quartered potatoes to the pot and simmer for 10 minutes. Then, add the diced zucchini and shredded chicken back into the soup. Cook for another 10 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 9

Stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy the bold flavors of 'Not Your Momma's Chicken Soup'.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3776.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2198.9

Total Fat 125.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 486mg	0%
Sodium 10222.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 155.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 645.3mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 7159.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 27.4%

Carbs: 22.9%