King Ranch Chicken Soup
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
308 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
King Ranch Chicken Soup
Description
This soup starts with sautéing diced carrots, celery, onion, jalapeno, and garlic in olive oil until softened. A cornstarch slurry added with chicken broth helps thicken the soup as it simmers. Tomato paste and seasoning blend intensify the flavors, incorporating ranch seasoning, salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder for warmth and depth.
Canned diced tomatoes and green chilies contribute acidity and mild heat, while shredded rotisserie chicken adds hearty protein. Cream cheese stirred in toward the end enriches the soup, giving a smooth, creamy texture that contrasts with the chunky vegetables and chicken.
Simmering uncovered allows the flavors to fully develop and the soup to thicken appropriately. Garnishing with shredded cheddar cheese and serving alongside tortilla chips highlights its Tex-Mex inspiration and adds texture contrast. This soup suits a filling meal or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 30g
- 2 carrot diced, medium, 150g
- 2 celery stalk diced, 100g
- 1 onion diced, small, 160g
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper seeds removed and finely diced
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch 16g
- 2 cups chicken broth low sodium, 480g
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste 33g
- 1 Tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 diced tomatoes 14.5-oz. can
- 1 green chilies 14.5-oz. can
- 3.5 cups rotisserie chicken torn, cooked, 350g
- 2- oz. cream cheese reduced-fat, 56g
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Add the carrots, celery, onion, jalapeno and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Add the cornstarch and 1 cup of the chicken broth and stir to combine.
- Stir in the tomato paste and remaining cup of broth. Then mix in the ranch seasoning and other seasonings. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally for another 2 minutes. Stir in the can of tomatoes, shredded chicken, and cream cheese.
- Cook uncovered for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the flavors have come together.
- Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and serve with tortilla chips and eat up!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 308 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5 cups (380g) | |
| Calories | 308kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 18.6g | 6% |
| Protein | 27.9g | 56% |
| Fat | 13.6g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1g | 21% |
| Fiber | 3.4g | 14% |
| Sugar | 8.9g | 18% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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