How to Make Low-Carb Mexican Chicken Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

When we think of Mexican cuisine, we often think of bold flavors, colorful ingredients, and hearty, satisfying dishes. One dish that captures all of these qualities is Mexican Chicken Soup, or "Caldo de Pollo." This traditional soup is warm, comforting, and full of delightful flavors, making it the perfect meal for a cozy night in or a casual gathering with friends and family.

What makes this recipe even more special is that it's a low-carb version of the classic Mexican Chicken Soup....

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 cups chicken broth (such as Swanson®)
  • 12 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breast
  • 1 head cauliflower, chopped, divided
  • 4 stalks celery, chopped, divided
  • ¼ sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), coarsely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons seasoned salt
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 15 ounces canned black soybeans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup sliced fresh button mushrooms
  • 1 cup fresh white baby corn
  • ¼ cup roasted red peppers, sliced into strips
  • ¼ cup lime juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Combine water, broth, chicken, 1/2 of the cauliflower, 1/2 of the celery, onion, garlic, cayenne, garlic powder, seasoned salt, cumin, black pepper, and bay leaves in a large stockpot. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove chicken and shred with 2 forks.
  • Remove stock from heat and puree with an immersion blender. Add shredded chicken, soybeans, mushrooms, baby corn, red peppers, and lime juice to the pot and stir to combine. Return to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer for 1 hour. Serve.
  • Nutrition

    164 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 1373mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 17g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 48mg
    • Calcium: 148mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 706mg