Best 8 Cilantro Chicken Soup Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Cilantro Chicken Soup, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. This comforting soup is brimming with tender chicken, fragrant cilantro, and an array of vibrant vegetables, all simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. As you savor each spoonful, the freshness of the cilantro shines through, harmonizing perfectly with the savory chicken and the medley of vegetables. With three variations to choose from, this soup offers a delightful culinary journey that caters to every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH LIME AND CILANTRO



Chicken Vegetable Soup with Lime and Cilantro image

Provided by Patrick Corrigan

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Citrus     Poultry     Vegetable     Simmer     Bon Appétit     Santa Monica     California

Yield Makes 6 Main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
3/4 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 15-ounce can golden hominy, drained
6 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
5 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • Place chicken, broth, potatoes, carrots and coriander in large pot and bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chicken and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes. Add hominy, green onions, cilantro and lime juice and simmer 5 minutes to blend flavors. Season soup to taste with salt and pepper.

CHILI CHICKEN SOUP WITH CILANTRO DUMPLINGS



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Honorable Mention Bisquick® Recipe Contest 2010! Try a new take on delicious dumplings with chiles, cumin and cilantro to create an extra yummy soup.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
5 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons)
2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
2/3 cup milk
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 jalapeño chile, seeded, chopped, if desired

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken, onion, chili powder and salt in oil, stirring frequently, until chicken is browned. Stir in broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix Bisquick mix and milk until soft dough forms. Fold in cilantro, cumin and chile. Drop dough by 10 spoonfuls onto simmering soup. Cook uncovered 10 minutes. Cover; cook 10 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1770 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 2 g

MEXICAN CHICKEN SOUP WITH CILANTRO-CHILE CREAM



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I printed this off Ortega's web-site. The creator was a finalist in their 2002 cooking contest. It is REALLY good and really easy. My additions are a can of hominy (because I love it!) and shredded Monty Jack to top the soup. Great with tortilla chips!

Provided by HEP MEP

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (32 ounce) carton chicken broth
1 cup water
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa (any flavor)
1/2 cup long-grain rice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Combine chicken broth,water and garlic in a large saucepan: bring to a boil.
  • Add salsa,rice,oregano,and salt.
  • Cover- reduce heat to low; cook for 15 minutes,stirring occasionally.
  • Add chicken,beans,corn and chilies; continue cooking for 5 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve in soup bowls; top each serving with a dollop of cilantro-chile cream.
  • CILANTRO-CHILE CREAM: Combine the sour cream,diced chilies,cilantro and lime juice in a small bowl.

CHICKEN-ORECCHIETTE SOUP WITH CILANTRO AND LEMON



Chicken-Orecchiette Soup with Cilantro and Lemon image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Citrus     Pasta     Lemon     Spring     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 skinless boneless chicken breasts (about 12 ounces total)
3 cups coarsely chopped onions
3 plum tomatoes, sliced
2 stalks lemongrass, thinly sliced (about 1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons coriander seeds
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
2 teaspoons fennel seeds
8 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt chicken broth
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
8 ounces orecchiette pasta, freshly cooked
3 plum tomatoes, seeded, chopped
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Fresh lemon slices (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper and sauté until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plate. Cool.
  • Add chopped onions and next 5 ingredients to pot and sauté over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add stock and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Simmer 20 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Strain broth into heavy large saucepan. Slice cooked chicken crosswise into thin strips; add to broth. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead; cover and refrigerate.)
  • Add cooked pasta, chopped tomatoes, lemon juice and remaining 1/4 cup cilantro to soup. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Bring soup just to simmer. Ladle into bowls; garnish soup with lemon slices, if desired.

CILANTRO LIME CHICKEN AND RICE SOUP RECIPE



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Provided by brimfam

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 Tbsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large rib celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 heaping Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
8 cups chicken broth
1 can chopped green chilies, drained
1 bag frozen corn
1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp. salt
3 cups cooked and chopped chicken breast
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
juice of 1 lime
1 cup instant white rice
shredded cheddar cheese
tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In large pot, cook onion, celery, garlic, chili powder and cumin in olive oil. Cook until soft. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add green chilies, corn, tomatoes, oregano, cilantro, lime juice and chicken. Bring back to a full boil and add rice. Cook 5-10 more minutes. Serve with cheese and tortilla chips. When reheating, you made need to add more broth and chili powder.

CHICKEN AND HOMINY SOUP WITH CILANTRO AND LIME



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This is a really good soup. Serve it with some fresh baked cornbread.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 Tbsp canola oil
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp paprika
48 oz low-sodium chicken broth
29 oz can hominy, undrained
4 cooked skinless chicken thighs, chopped
14 or 15 oz can diced tomatoes in juice, undrained
14 oz water (measured from canned tomatoes)
6 green onions, sliced
1 large jalapeno, chopped
1 large lime, juiced
1 dash(es) hot sauce, or to taste
1 tsp black pepper or cayenne pepper
1 c chopped fresh cilantro
tortilla chips, roughly crushed (for serving)
sour cream (for serving)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; stir cumin and paprika into hot oil until fragrant, about 1 minute. To the seasoned oil, add broth, hominy, chicken, diced tomatoes and juice, water, green onions, chopped jalapeno, lime juice, hot sauce and pepper; bring to a boil.
  • 2. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes.
  • 3. Garnish each serving with chopped cilantro, crushed tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream, and serve hot.

CHILI CHICKEN SOUP WITH CILANTRO DUMPLINGS



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Back in 2009 I was given an honorable mention in the Bisquick contest with this soup.

Provided by G F

Categories     Chicken Soups

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tsp chili powder
1 tsp salt
5 c chicken broth
2 c original bisquick® mix
2/3 c milk
1/4 c chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp cumin powder
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced

Steps:

  • 1. In 3-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken, onion, chili powder and salt in oil, stirring frequently, until chicken is browned.
  • 2. Stir in broth. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered 5 minutes.
  • 3. Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix Bisquick mix and milk until soft dough forms. Fold in cilantro, cumin and jalapeno.
  • 4. Drop dough by 10 spoonfuls onto simmering soup. Cook uncovered 10 minutes. Cover; cook 10 minutes longer.

CHICKEN POBLANO SOUP WITH CILANTRO JALAPENO DUMPLINGS



CHICKEN POBLANO SOUP WITH CILANTRO JALAPENO DUMPLINGS image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

5 cups chicken broth
1 chicken carcass
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 bay leaf
4 poblano peppers, seeded and roughly chopped
1 jalapeno seeded and halved
salt and pepper
1 T butter
1 onion, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
2 parsnips, chopped
2 cups cooked, chopped chicken
DUMPLINGS:
1/2 cup buttermilk
3 jalapenos, chopped roughly
1 cup flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3 T minced cilantro, plus extra for garnish
1/2 tsp pepper
2 T cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy duty pot over med high heat, add chicken broth, carcass, thyme, bay leaf, poblanos, jalapenos, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, and let simmer for 30 min. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over med heat, melte butter, add onion, celery, carrots and parsnips. Saute until tender about 10 min. When the stock is cooked, remove bones, thyme, bay leaf and discard. Add 1/2 cup of sauteed vegetables. Carefully puree the soup. Add remaining veggies and cooked chicken. Bring soup to a steady simmer DUMPLINGS In a large bowl, sift flour baking soda and salt. Add cilantro, pepper and butter; combine so all butter is incorporated. Stir in buttermilk to form a soft dough,. Drop small spoonfuls of dough into lighly simmering broth, spacing evenly. Cover, and simmer until dumplings are firm about 6 min. Garnish with cilantro

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken bone broth instead of water. To make chicken bone broth, simply simmer chicken bones, vegetables, and herbs in water for several hours.
  • Add a tablespoon of chopped fresh ginger to the soup for a boost of flavor.
  • If you don't have any cilantro on hand, you can substitute parsley or basil.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or rice.

Conclusion:

This cilantro chicken soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The cilantro and lime give the soup a bright and refreshing flavor, and the chicken and vegetables make it hearty and filling. Next time you're looking for a quick and easy soup recipe, give this cilantro chicken soup a try.

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