Detox Southwest Chicken Soup

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🌵 Detox Southwest Chicken Soup

Why it’s “detox-y”

• Lean protein (chicken)

• Tons of veggies + fiber

• Anti-inflammatory spices (turmeric, cumin)

• Low sodium, no dairy, no processed stuff

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Ingredients

Protein

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or thighs for more flavor)

Veggies

• 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil

• 1 yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 carrots, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, diced

• 1 zucchini, chopped

• 1–2 cups broccoli florets

• 1 cup chopped cabbage (or kale)

Southwest flavor

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp chili powder

• ½ tsp turmeric

• ¼ tsp cayenne (optional 🔥)

• Salt + black pepper to taste

Liquids

• 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth

• 1 cup diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if possible)

• Juice of 1 lime

Finish

• Fresh cilantro or parsley

• Red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

1. Sauté base
   Heat oil in a large pot. Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and spices; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

2. Build the soup
   Add carrots, bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli, cabbage, broth, and tomatoes. Stir well.

3. Cook chicken
   Nestle chicken breasts into the broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 18–22 minutes.

4. Shred
   Remove chicken, shred with forks, return to pot.

5. Finish
   Add lime juice, adjust salt/pepper, and simmer 5 more minutes.

6. Serve
   Top with cilantro or parsley and extra chili flakes if you like heat.

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Optional Detox Boosts

• Add ginger (½ tsp grated) for digestion

• Swap tomatoes for green chiles for a true Southwest kick

• Add cauliflower rice to make it heartier without carbs

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If you want:

• 🥑 Keto version

• 🌱 Vegetarian swap

• ⏱️ Slow cooker or Instant Pot

• 🔥 Extra spicy Southwest style

Just say the word 😄