This chicken and lime soup is a simple, fresh take on a Mexican favorite. Bright lime juice, tender chicken, tomatoes, cilantro, and sweet corn come together to make a light, flavorful soup that’s perfect for using up leftover or rotisserie chicken.
I rely on leftover or rotisserie chicken to keep this recipe quick and easy. It’s a great weeknight option when you want something healthy and fast.
The soup is mild but packed with flavor. Many versions include jalapeños or extra spices, but this recipe keeps the heat low; you can always add a pinch of cayenne if you prefer more spice.
You can use diced tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, or fresh tomatoes. I used canned stewed tomatoes and broke them up in the pot so the pieces are bite-sized.
Enjoy this easy Chicken and Lime Soup — a light, satisfying bowl for any night of the week.
Chicken and Lime Soup
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 sticks celery chopped
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 (10 fluid ounce) cans chicken broth
- 1 (12 fluid ounce) can corn
- 1 (18.3 fluid ounce) can stewed or diced tomatoes (Italian herbs or plain)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup leftover or rotisserie chicken (shredded into bite-size pieces)
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 handful fresh cilantro chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Sour cream (optional)
- Fresh avocado slices (optional)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery and cook until they begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
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Add chicken broth, corn, tomatoes, minced garlic, shredded chicken, and lime juice to the pan.
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Increase heat to medium-high briefly. Just before the soup reaches a boil, lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes.
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While the soup simmers, chop the cilantro. Stir the cilantro into the soup and simmer for another 5 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, topped with a dollop of sour cream and avocado slices if desired.
Notes
- If you like softer vegetables, simmer the soup a few minutes longer; otherwise the onion and celery will stay slightly crisp.
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