Yucatan-Style Chicken, Lime, and Orzo Soup

Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Yucatan-Style Chicken, Lime, and Orzo Soup
45 min.
4
327kcal

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Welcome to a culinary journey that brings the vibrant flavors of the Yucatán Peninsula right to your kitchen! This Yucatan-Style Chicken, Lime, and Orzo Soup is a delightful fusion of fresh ingredients and zesty spices, perfect for any meal of the day. Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch, a comforting dinner, or a satisfying main course, this soup is sure to impress.

Imagine the aromatic blend of sautéed garlic, onions, and jalapeños filling your home as you prepare this dish. The tender strips of chicken simmering in a rich, low-salt chicken broth, combined with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice and the sweetness of ripe tomatoes, create a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. The addition of orzo adds a delightful texture, making each spoonful a comforting experience.

Not only is this soup bursting with flavor, but it is also dairy-free and packed with nutrients, making it a healthy choice for those mindful of their dietary preferences. With just 45 minutes of preparation time, you can serve up a bowl of warmth and satisfaction to your family or guests. Garnished with fresh cilantro sprigs, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Dive into this Yucatan-Style Chicken, Lime, and Orzo Soup and let the flavors transport you to a sunny, tropical paradise!

Ingredients

  • servings cilantro leaves fresh
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove thinly sliced
  •  jalapeno thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • cups chicken broth 
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.8 cup orzo pasta (rice-shaped
  • 0.8 pound chicken breast boneless skinless cut into matchstick-size strips
  • large tomatoes seeded chopped
  • medium onion white thinly sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • ladle
  • pot

Directions

  1. Cook orzo in pot of boiling salted water until just tender.
  2. Drain well.
  3. Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat.
  4. Add onion, garlic, and chiles. Sauté until onion begins to brown, about 4 minutes.
  5. Add chicken; sauté 1 minute.
  6. Add broth, lime juice, and tomato. Simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 3 minutes.
  7. Mix in orzo, then chopped cilantro. Season soup with salt and pepper. Ladle soup into 4 bowls.
  8. Garnish with cilantro sprigs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories327kcal
Protein34.65%
Fat26.64%
Carbs38.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
58.25
Glycemic Load
9.98
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.797391158083%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.36mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.23mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
6.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:326.87kcal
16.34%
Fat:9.83g
15.12%
Saturated Fat:1.85g
11.55%
Carbohydrates:32.14g
10.71%
Net Carbohydrates:29.84g
10.85%
Sugar:4.1g
4.55%
Cholesterol:54.43mg
18.14%
Sodium:194.11mg
8.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.76g
57.53%
Vitamin B3:13.85mg
69.24%
Selenium:45.82µg
65.46%
Vitamin B6:0.87mg
43.42%
Phosphorus:350.5mg
35.05%
Vitamin C:23.83mg
28.88%
Potassium:837.97mg
23.94%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.37%
Copper:0.32mg
15.77%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.81%
Vitamin B2:0.22mg
12.96%
Magnesium:51.39mg
12.85%
Vitamin K:11.94µg
11.37%
Vitamin A:562.73IU
11.25%
Vitamin E:1.51mg
10.1%
Zinc:1.39mg
9.26%
Fiber:2.3g
9.18%
Iron:1.64mg
9.09%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.37%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.75%
Folate:24.73µg
6.18%
Calcium:44.73mg
4.47%
Source:Epicurious