Description
A vibrant and comforting Ginger Lime Chicken and Rice Soup featuring tender shredded chicken, aromatic ginger, fresh lime, and fluffy cilantro lime rice, perfect for a light yet flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 sweet onion, diced
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Cilantro, for garnish
Cilantro Lime Rice Ingredients
- 2 cups jasmine rice
- 3 cups water or chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 limes, zest freshly grated
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ¾ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Soup Base: Heat the olive oil in a large stock pot over medium-low heat. Add the diced onions, minced garlic, and minced fresh ginger, seasoning with a pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until the onions soften and become translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Chicken and Stock: Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, chicken stock, and freshly grated lime zest. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it simmer gently for 20 to 30 minutes while you prepare the rice, allowing the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Rinse the Rice: While the soup simmers, rinse the jasmine rice under cold running water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch and prevent clumping.
- Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, bring the 3 cups of water or chicken stock to a boil over medium heat. Add the rinsed rice, unsalted butter, and a good pinch of kosher salt and pepper. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Prepare Cilantro Lime Rice: Remove the lid from the rice and fluff it with a fork. Stir in the freshly grated lime zest, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro until evenly combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: To serve, spoon the cilantro lime rice into bowls and ladle the hot ginger lime chicken soup over the top. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing. Enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use freshly grated ginger and lime zest for the best flavor.
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a spicier kick, add sliced chili or a pinch of red pepper flakes when cooking the aromatics.
- Jasmine rice can be substituted with basmati or long-grain rice if preferred.
- Leftover soup and rice can be stored separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American, with Southeast Asian-inspired flavors
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups soup + 1 cup rice)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: ginger lime chicken soup, cilantro lime rice, chicken soup recipe, healthy chicken soup, ginger chicken soup
