35-Minute Mexican Street Corn Chicken Soup That Heals
A flavorful Mexican Street Corn Chicken Soup combining tender chicken, sweet corn, and zesty spices for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add chicken breasts, broth, corn, chili powder, and cumin. Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot.
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro.
- Serve topped with cotija cheese.
Notes
- For a creamy version, blend 1/4 cup of the soup and mix it back in.
- Use turkey bacon as a topping if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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