This Mexican Chicken Lime Soup features a balanced mix of smoky heat from chipotle peppers, bright tang from lime, crunchy tortilla chips, and cooling slices of avocado for a perfectly harmonized bowl.
I’m a huge soup fan — especially in the cooler months — and this Mexican Chicken Lime Soup is a favorite. It’s simple to prepare, full of flavor, and great for weeknight dinners. I like a broth-forward version with fewer chunks, but you can easily add more chicken if you prefer a heartier bowl.
The chipotle and adobo add a warm, smoky heat that the lime juice brightens. Slices of avocado bring a creamy coolness that balances the spice, and tortilla strips give a welcome crunch. Adults will especially enjoy the layers of flavor; adjust the chipotle amount if serving children.
This recipe is straightforward and quick to make, delivering big flavor with minimal fuss. Serve it with extra lime wedges, chopped cilantro, or more tortilla strips if you like.
Mexican Chicken Lime Soup
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- 1 large chicken breast, cubed
- 2 Tbsp pureed chipotle with adobo sauce, (Puree a whole can and use 2 Tbsp, freeze the remainder in an ice cube tray for future use.)
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup cilantro, chopped
- juice of 2 limes, (about 6 Tbsp)
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 avocado, thinly sliced into 12 pieces
- tortilla strips or crushed chips
Instructions
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In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high. Add the onion and garlic, reduce heat to medium, and cook until the onion is translucent, about 7 minutes.
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Add the cubed chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until just cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Stir in the pureed chipotles, then add the chicken broth.
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Bring to a gentle simmer, reduce heat, and simmer for 15 minutes to meld the flavors.
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Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Divide the avocado slices among six bowls, ladle the hot soup over them, and top each bowl with tortilla strips or crushed chips. Serve immediately.
Notes
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