Mexican Soup
Dive into the vibrant flavors of this Mexican chicken soup, where tender chicken meets a medley of fresh vegetables and zesty spices! With the addition of earthy cumin and a squeeze of lime, each spoonful bursts with warmth and comfort. Perfect for cozy nights or a lively gathering, this hearty dish is sure to become a favorite at your table!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(6)
- avocado
- fresh cilantro
- corn
- garlic
- white onion
- tomatoes
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- 1 chicken breast
🥛Dairy & Eggs(1)
- cheese
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- salt and pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a pot, cook a chicken breast, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 2
Sauté ripe tomatoes, white onion, and garlic, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook for at least 20 minutes.
- 3
Once soft, transfer to a blender with some of the chicken broth and blend well.
- 4
Transfer the mixture back to the pot, adjust salt if necessary, and cook over medium heat for another 15 minutes.
- 5
Serve with shredded chicken, avocado, corn, fresh cilantro, and plenty of cheese.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cook chicken breast to exactly 165°F internal temperature, then immediately transfer to ice bath for 2 minutes to halt carryover cooking and prevent the proteins from over-denaturing into tough, stringy fibers.technique165°F internal temp
- ✓Sauté tomatoes until they reduce by 60-70% volume and develop deep caramelization, as this concentrates the glutamates that provide umami depth to your soup base.timing60-70% volume reduction
- ✓Blend hot tomato mixture at 50% blender capacity maximum to prevent steam pressure buildup that can cause dangerous lid blowouts, and pulse first to break surface tension.equipment50% capacity maximum
- ✓Reserve 1 cup of starchy pasta cooking water if adding noodles, as the starch content (8-12%) acts as a natural thickener and helps the soup cling to ingredients.ingredient8-12% starch content
- ✓Add cheese off-heat or at temperatures below 180°F to prevent casein proteins from breaking and creating a grainy, separated texture instead of smooth melting.techniqueBelow 180°F
Share this recipe