A traditional soup from the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, made with chicken broth, shredded chicken, and a strong lime flavor.
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
45 minutes
Total Time
1 hour
Difficulty
Easy
Skills Required
None
Ingredients & Nutrition
250 kcal
Calories
25g
Protein
8g
Fat
15g
Carbs
4g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
800mg
Sodium
- 8 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 cups, shredded Cooked Chicken
- 4-5, juiced Limes
- 1, chopped Tomato
- 1, chopped Onion
- 1, chopped Bell Pepper
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- for garnish Tortilla Strips
- for garnish Avocado
Equipment Needed
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Add a habanero pepper for authentic Yucatecan heat.
- Use turkey instead of chicken.
- Stir in some cilantro at the end.
- Can be made with vegetable broth for a vegetarian base.
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
2. Add the chicken broth and tomato. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
3. Add the shredded chicken and lime juice to the soup. Heat through.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with crispy tortilla strips and diced avocado.