LOW-CARB MEXICAN CHICKEN SOUP

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Great low-carb twist on an old favorite. Cauliflower replaces the potatoes and roasted red peppers replace the carrots. Black soy beans subbed for black beans. Rich and filling, this chicken soup is a satisfying low-carb meal. Freezes well. Serve with Cabot® shredded Cheddar cheese and lime wedges.

Provided by VTOtter

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Chicken Soup Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 cups water
4 cups chicken broth (such as Swanson®)
12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast
1 head cauliflower, chopped, divided
4 stalks celery, chopped, divided
¼ sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), coarsely chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons seasoned salt
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 bay leaves
15 ounces canned black soybeans, rinsed and drained
1 cup sliced fresh button mushrooms
1 cup fresh white baby corn
¼ cup roasted red peppers, sliced into strips
¼ cup lime juice

Steps:

  • Combine water, broth, chicken, 1/2 of the cauliflower, 1/2 of the celery, onion, garlic, cayenne, garlic powder, seasoned salt, cumin, black pepper, and bay leaves in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and shred with 2 forks.
  • Remove stock from heat and puree with an immersion blender. Add shredded chicken, soybeans, mushrooms, baby corn, red peppers, and lime juice to the pot and stir to combine. Return to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer for 1 hour. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1373 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

Luxolo Mchunu
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This soup is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. I love the combination of the chicken, vegetables, and spices. It's also very easy to make.


Marcus Grant
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but this soup was surprisingly good. It's very flavorful and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mh Mahdi2
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This soup is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken. I love the addition of the avocado and cilantro. It really gives the soup a fresh and flavorful taste.


Skiiboii Thato
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that it's also low-carb so I can enjoy it without feeling guilty.


Attiq Rehman
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This soup is amazing! It's so flavorful and filling. I love the combination of the chicken, vegetables, and spices. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


_Sawmeer bishtaW
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I made this soup last night and it was a big hit with my family. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken and it's also a very healthy and flavorful soup.


Marie D
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This soup is delicious! The flavors are well-balanced and the chicken is cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Abshir mokhtar mohamed
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I love this soup! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I especially love the addition of the lime and cilantro. It really brightens up the soup.


Asia Mahi
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I made it in about 30 minutes, and it was a hit with the whole family.


Murshad Alibaba
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I'm not usually a fan of low-carb recipes, but this soup was surprisingly good! It was hearty and filling, and I didn't miss the carbs at all. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the broth was flavorful and well-seasoned.


David Nehmer
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This soup was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and packed with flavor. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the broth was rich and flavorful. I especially loved the addition of the avocado and cilantro. Will definitely be making this again!