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Mexican Style Soup Recipe! Authentic, Healthy & Easy

An authentic Mexican style soup made with real broth, dried chiles, tender chicken, beans, and fresh herbs. This healthy, balanced, and flavorful soup is light yet satisfying and perfect for family meals or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 dried guajillo chiles, seeds removed
  • 1 dried ancho chile, seeds removed
  • 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes

Equipment

  • 1 Large soup pot or Dutch oven
  • 1 Blender (for dried chiles)
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Soak dried chiles in hot water for 10 minutes until soft. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add onion and cook until soft, about 4–5 minutes.
  4. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in blended chiles and cook for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Add chicken broth and crushed tomatoes. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  7. Add shredded chicken, beans, corn or hominy, and zucchini if using.
  8. Simmer for 20–25 minutes.
  9. Finish with fresh lime juice and cilantro.
  10. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  11. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust spice by increasing or reducing dried chiles.
  • Use vegetable broth and skip chicken for a vegetarian version.
  • Add rice for a heartier variation.
  • Store in refrigerator up to 4 days.
  • Freeze up to 3 months in airtight containers.
  • Add toppings like avocado, tortilla strips, or crumbled cheese before serving.