Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Cooking spray

1 cup

Onion

chopped

3 unit

Garlic

minced

6 cup

Chicken broth

fat-free, less-sodium

0.25 cup

White rice

uncooked

1 tsp

Ground cumin

16 unit

Great Northern beans

rinsed and drained

3 cup

Rotisserie chicken breast

chopped

0.5 cup

Fresh cilantro

coarsely chopped

0.5 tsp

Black pepper

0.25 tsp

Salt

1 cup

Tomato

chopped seeded

0.75 cup

Avocado

diced peeled

1 tbsp

Lime juice

fresh

6 unit

Lime wedges

Step 1
~3 min

Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Coat the pan with cooking spray.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan.

Step 4
~3 min

Saute for 3 minutes, until softened.

Step 5
~3 min

Add chicken broth, uncooked white rice, ground cumin, and rinsed and drained Great Northern beans to the pan.

Step 6
~3 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 7
~3 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, until the rice is cooked.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir in chopped rotisserie chicken breast, fresh cilantro, black pepper, and salt.

Step 9
~3 min

Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly heated through.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 11
~3 min

Stir in chopped tomato, diced avocado, and fresh lime juice.

Step 12
~3 min

Serve the soup hot with lime wedges on the side.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

For a spicier soup, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeƱo.

Garnish with tortilla strips for added crunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of cornbread or tortillas.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Tortilla chips
Quesadillas

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

Combines Native American and Spanish flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Cinco de Mayo

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Comfort food
Cold weather meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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