Description
Savor the warmth of Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and aromatic rice. This comforting dish is perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. Each spoonful bursts with vibrant flavors, making it an instant favorite for family dinners or potlucks. With easy preparation and customizable ingredients, this soup is sure to impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh salsa verde
- 1 cup long-grain jasmine rice
- 1 medium chopped onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by finely chopping the onions and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent.
- Add the chicken breasts to the pot and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Pour in the chicken broth and enough water to cover by one inch; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the rice and salsa verde, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Remove from heat, shred the chicken in the pot with two forks, then add cilantro and lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg