Sopa Ranchera

Published on
September 22, 2023
Intro
This soup has a depth of flavor that gets even better the next day. It is hearty and satisfying, making it an ideal dinner for cold days.
Steaming hot bow of Sopa Ranchera
Prep Time:
10 Minutes
Cook Time:
30 Minutes
Servings:
8
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

1 tablespoon Mediterranean Seasoning

1 teaspoon Cumin

1 clove garlic, minced

6 cups chicken stock

1 1/2 cups potatoes, cubed

1 - 15oz can garbanzo beans (chick peas), drained and rinsed

2 cups chicken, cooked and shredded

1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)

1 small zucchini, cut lengthwise and quartered

3/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups diced tomatoes (or 1 - 15oz can)

1/3 cup cilantro, chopped

2 limes, cut into wedges

Tortilla Chips, optional

Sour cream, optional

Directions

1. In a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium-high heat add the onion, sauté 3 minutes.

2. Stir in the Mediterranean Seasoning, Ground Cumin and garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

3. Add in the chicken stock, potato and garbanzo beans. Bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes

4. Then add in the chicken, corn, zucchini and salt, cook 5 minutes.

5. Stir in tomato, cook 2 minutes.

6. Ladles each bowl and top with cilantro and desired toppings.

7. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 1 month.

Substitutions
Recipe Tip:
To make a vegetarian version, replace chicken stock with vegetable stock and omit chicken.
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