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Ginger Lime Chicken and Mushroom Soup with Cilantro Rice

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A light yet comforting chicken and mushroom soup brightened with fresh ginger and lime, served over fragrant cilantro rice for a nourishing, complete meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tsp lime zest
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth (for rice)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (for rice)
  • 1 tsp olive oil or butter (for rice)

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice in water or broth with salt and olive oil or butter according to package directions.
  2. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  4. Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
  5. Stir in garlic and grated ginger and cook until fragrant.
  6. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and turn lightly golden.
  7. Add chicken and pour in chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  8. Cook until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  9. Stir in soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  10. To serve, place cilantro rice in bowls and ladle the hot soup over the top.

Notes

  • Cook soup and rice separately for best texture.
  • Add spinach or bok choy for extra greens.
  • Freeze soup without rice for best results.
  • Adjust lime and ginger to taste.

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