Chorizo Chicken Soup With Cilantro Lime Corn Meal Dumplings

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 2
Chorizo Chicken Soup With Cilantro Lime Corn Meal Dumplings
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

soup
1 tablespoon oil
10 ounces chorizo sausage , casings removed
1 chicken thigh , cooked , deboned , leftover
1 cup onion , chopped
1/2 cup celery , chopped
8 ounces carrots
1 poblano pepper , seeded , stemmed and diced
8 ounces black beans , can
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
3 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon garlic , minced
2 tablespoons oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
14 ounces fire roasted diced tomatoes
6 cups chicken broth
8 ounces jiffy yellow cornbread mix
2 teaspoons lime zest
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup fresh cilantro , coarsely chopped
sour cream , chopped avocado , chopped cilantro , lime wedges

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
420
Sugar
8g
Fat
23g
Chorizo Chicken Soup With Cilantro Lime Corn Meal Dumplings is a hearty and warming soup that is perfect for colder days. This recipe combines spicy chorizo sausage with tender cooked chicken and an array of vegetables. The addition of creamy cornmeal dumplings makes it a filling meal on its own, or it can be served as a starter to a larger meal. This soup is great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days, or it can be frozen for up to one month.

Instructions

1.Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chorizo sausage and cook until browned.
2.Add onions, celery, peppers, carrots, black beans, and garlic. Cook until vegetables have softened.
3.Add in the flour and stir for 1 minute.
4.Mix in cumin, garlic powder, salt and stir to combine.
5.Add in leftover cooked chicken and canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices, chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6.Prepare the dumplings by mixing together the jiffy mix, milk, lime zest, cilantro. Drop spoonfuls of the dough into soup.
7.Increase heat to medium and bring to a boil. Let simmer for 12-15 minutes.
8.Once dumplings are fully cooked, remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
9.Serve soup with cilantro, sour cream, chopped avocado and fresh lime wedges on top.

PROS

This soup is packed with protein and fiber.
The addition of chorizo adds a depth of flavor that complements the creamy cornmeal dumplings.
It’s also gluten-free.

CONS

The soup is high in sodium, so it’s important to monitor your salt intake if you have high blood pressure.
Because of the dumplings, this soup may not be suitable for those on a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chorizo Chicken Soup With Cilantro Lime Corn Meal Dumplings is a flavorful and high-protein meal. It includes vegetables such as black beans, poblano peppers, onions, and carrots, which provide a good source of fiber and vitamins. Cilantro is also high in antioxidants and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties. Cooked chicken is a great source of lean protein, which is important for building and repairing muscle tissue.

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