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20-Min Creamy Salsa Chicken Soup

Shredded chicken simmered with salsa and cream cheese for a rich, tangy soup that comes together in under 20 minutes. Serve with lime wedges to brighten every spoonful.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
278
Protein
32g
20-Min Creamy Salsa Chicken Soup
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Add chicken breast and broth to a pot, bring to a simmer, and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Remove chicken to a cutting board, shred it with two forks, and set aside.

  3. Step 3

    Stir salsa and cream cheese into the broth until the cheese melts and the soup is smooth, about 2 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Return shredded chicken to the pot and stir to combine.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle into bowls and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • large pot
  • cutting board
  • two forks

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