Ingredients
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2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large white onion, chopped, divided
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1 cup chopped cilantro, divided
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2 jalapeño peppers, halved and thinly sliced
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3 limes, juiced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups water
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2 tablespoons reduced-sodium chicken bouillon powder
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3 large firm, ripe avocados, cut into chunks
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¼ cup crumbled queso fresco, or to taste
Directions
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Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Add chicken; boil until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 7 minutes. Drain.
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Run cool water over chicken to speed cooling process. Shred or finely slice chicken.
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 of the onion, 1/2 cup cilantro, jalapeño peppers, lime juice, and garlic; cook until onion is slightly greenish in color, about 5 minutes.
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Combine 4 cups water and bouillon powder in a small bowl; pour into the pot. Cook until just heated through, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken.
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Ladle soup into four bowls. Top with remaining avocado, onion, cilantro, and queso fresco.
Recipe Tip
Substitute Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese for the queso fresco if preferred.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 495 | Calories |
| 37g | Fat |
| 29g | Carbs |
| 19g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
| Calories 495 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 37g | 48% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 31% |
| Cholesterol 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium 539mg | 23% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 16g | 56% |
| Total Sugars 5g | |
| Protein 19g | 37% |
| Vitamin C 40mg | 44% |
| Calcium 111mg | 9% |
| Iron 2mg | 12% |
| Potassium 1532mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
