Soy-Free Mexican Chicken Soup

Warm up your soul with this vibrant, Soy-Free Mexican Chicken Soup—a hearty, comforting one-pot meal that's bursting with bold flavors and nutritious ingredients. Tender shredded chicken is simmered with aromatic onions, garlic, and a medley of colorful carrots and celery, all steeped in a rich tomato-chicken broth infused with cumin, oregano, and coriander. A splash of fresh lime juice and a sprinkling of chopped cilantro brighten every spoonful, while creamy avocado adds a luscious finishing touch. This gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and serves as the perfect guilt-free comfort food for a weeknight dinner or cozy gathering. Serve it with warm tortillas or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying, low-maintenance meal that's sure to please.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 14.5 oz can baked or canned tomatoes, chopped
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 avocado, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the pot and pour in the chicken broth and canned tomatoes, including their juices.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, dried oregano, and ground coriander. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a simmer, cover the pot, and let it cook for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Step 6

Remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them with two forks.

Step 7

Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in the fresh lime juice.

Step 8

Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and diced avocado.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting and aromatic flavors of this soy-free Mexican chicken soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3312.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1946.4

Total Fat 91.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 7388.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.2g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 180.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 558.3mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 6566.8mg	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: 41.4%

Protein: 36.2%

Carbs: 22.5%