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Zesty Green Chicken Chili Soup with White Beans & Avocado

A flavor-packed, quick-cooking soup made with tender chicken, creamy white beans, and fresh avocado, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium onion, diced Adds flavor
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced For aroma
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Rotisserie chicken works best
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed Adds creaminess
  • 2 cups chicken broth For soup base
  • 1 cup diced green chilies Canned or fresh for heat
  • 1 teaspoon cumin For flavor
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to preference
  • to garnish Fresh cilantro, chopped For garnish
  • as needed Lime wedges Add a zing before serving

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
  2. Add the minced garlic and further sauté for another minute.
  3. Incorporate the shredded chicken, white beans, chicken broth, diced green chilies, and cumin. Stir well and allow to gently simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
  4. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper. Adjust to your preference.
  5. Before serving, ladle the soup into bowls, topping it off with diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.

Notes

For an extra kick, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper. This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for later use. Add fresh avocado just before serving for best texture.