Description
Savor the warmth of Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Soup, a vibrant dish that beautifully combines zesty salsa verde, tender chicken, and hearty rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make soup will delight your taste buds and warm your soul. Just one spoonful will transport you back to cherished moments with family and friends as you enjoy this comforting bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by dicing the onion and bell pepper, then mince the garlic.
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper before adding them to the pot. Sear until browned on both sides.
- Add diced onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and salsa verde; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and rinsed rice; bring to a gentle boil before reducing heat to simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the soup and stir in chopped cilantro just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg