Tuesday, July 31, 2012

{soups-salads-and-salad-dressings} Coconut Lime Chicken Soup

 

Coconut Lime Chicken Soup

Comments
This recipe for coconut lime chicken soup can be ready from start to fabulous finish in only 25 minutes. Using a deli-roasted chicken eases the preparation time for this quick and easy Thai-inspired soup recipe. Pair with your favorite sandwich , fresh tossed salad, or some breadsticks to complete this meal.

Ingredients
1 2- to 2-1/2-lb. deli-roasted chicken
1 15-oz. can unsweetened coconut milk
2 cups water
1/4 cup lime juice -- (2 medium limes)
3 medium carrots -- thinly-sliced diagonally (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons Thai seasoning blend
1/4 teaspoon salt
Thai seasoning blend -- (optional)
Fresh cilantro -- (optional)
Lime wedges -- (optional)

Procedure
1. Remove and discard skin and bones from chicken. Shred chicken. In large saucepan combine shredded chicken with coconut milk, water, lime juice, sliced carrots, soy sauce, the 2 teaspoons Thai seasoning and salt. Bring to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, 8 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender.

2. To serve, sprinkle bowls of soup with additional Thai seasoning and cilantro. Pass lime wedges. Makes 4 servings.

Servings
Servings: 4

Cooking Times
Total Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition Facts
Nutrition (per serving): 58 calories, 8 calories from fat, <1g total fat, 18.3mg cholesterol, 345.9mg sodium, 220.2mg potassium, 5.1g carbohydrates, 1.4g fiber, 2.2g sugar, 7.4g protein.

Source
Author: Better Homes and Gardens
Source: Yahoo-Shine
Web Page: http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/food/recipes/coconut-lime-chicken-soup-535855/
 
Enjoy!
Connie W.

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