Description
This Spicy Chicken Soup is a flavorful and warming dish featuring tender shredded chicken, fresh aromatic spices, and a hint of heat from green chili. Perfect for a quick and nutritious meal, it combines sautéed aromatics, simmered vegetables, and savory broth, topped with lime and cilantro for a refreshing finish.
Ingredients
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Soup Base
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- 1 green chili, chopped
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, shredded
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
Toppings
- Lime wedges
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green chili. Sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop and the onion to soften.
- Add Carrots and Broth: Stir in the sliced carrots and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes or until the carrots become tender but still maintain some texture.
- Add Chicken and Soy Sauce: Add the shredded chicken and soy sauce to the pot. Stir well and simmer for an additional 5 minutes so the chicken heats through and the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. Top each serving with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot for a comforting and spicy meal.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of green chili according to your heat preference.
- Use homemade or low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier option.
- For a thicker soup, add a small amount of cornstarch slurry during the last simmer.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
