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Creamy Mexican Chicken Fideo Soup

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A warm, creamy, and satisfying Mexican-inspired soup featuring toasted fideo pasta, tender chicken, and a rich tomato broth with a creamy twist.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded or diced
  • 8 ounces fideo pasta
  • 4 medium tomatoes, blended into a smooth puree
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: lime wedges, shredded cheese, diced avocado

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper, then poach in simmering water until cooked through (about 15 minutes). Shred or dice the chicken and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the fideo pasta and toast it for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Remove the pasta and set aside.
  3. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pot. Sauté the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Blend the tomatoes into a smooth puree and pour them into the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add the toasted fideo pasta to the pot and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the heavy cream. Let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes.
  8. Add the cooked chicken to the pot and heat through, about 5 minutes.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and optional toppings like shredded cheese or avocado.

Notes

[‘Toast the fideo pasta for a nutty flavor.’, ‘Layer spices throughout the cooking process for balanced flavor.’, ‘Let the tomato puree cook down for enhanced depth.’, ‘Stir cream in slowly over low heat to prevent curdling.’, ‘Customize spice level with chili powder or jalapeños.’]

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Keywords: Mexican soup, creamy chicken soup, fideo soup, comfort food, easy dinner recipe

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