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Mexican Chicken Soup

Mexican Chicken Soup

Libby with Lemony Thyme
This soup reminds me that sometimes less is more. A few simple good quality ingredients served warm from a bowl can soothe a sore throat, ease an aching back, and make you smile.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 qt. chicken broth
  • 1 cup fresh tomato salsa
  • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and shredded
  • 1 lime
  • seasonings cumin, chili powder, salt & pepper
  • serve with tortilla chips sliced avocado & cilantro leaves

Instructions
 

  • In medium sauce pan, combine chicken broth with salsa and juice of 1/2 lime.
  • Bring to gentle simmer over med-low heat.
  • Gently stir in shredded chicken.
  • Add seasonings to taste.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, sliced avocado, and cilantro leaves

Notes

This soup is also excellent with rice. Just add a 1/2 cup of warm cooked rice to the bottom of each individual bowl and ladle soup over top.