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Spicy Hearty Mexican Ground Turkey Soup Recipe
Overview
This Spicy Hearty Mexican Ground Turkey Soup is the perfect dish for a cold, rainy day when you crave something healthy, spicy, and comforting. Packed with ground turkey, vegetables, and flavorful spices, it’s sure to warm you up and satisfy your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Recipe Category: Poultry
- Keywords: Meat, Mexican, Low Cholesterol, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
- Serving: Makes about 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) stewed tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup button mushrooms, sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 serrano pepper, minced (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp chipotle chile powder (adjust to spice preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sour cream and additional cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Heat olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Sauté Aromatics:
- Add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Cook Ground Turkey:
- Push the sautéed onion and garlic to the side of the pot. Add ground turkey to the pot and cook until nicely browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
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Add Vegetables and Spices:
- Stir in minced serrano pepper, chopped cilantro, stewed tomatoes (with juices), and frozen corn kernels. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently to combine flavors.
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Simmer the Soup:
- Add sliced mushrooms, chipotle chile powder, lime juice, and low sodium chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce Heat and Simmer:
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve:
- Ladle the spicy turkey soup into bowls. Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and additional chopped cilantro if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 560.8
- Total Fat: 22.8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 117.5mg
- Sodium: 426.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 52.8g
- Fiber: 6.1g
- Sugar: 6.8g
- Protein: 46.1g
Notes
- This soup can be adjusted to suit your spice tolerance by varying the amount of serrano pepper and chipotle chile powder.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings such as avocado slices, tortilla strips, or shredded cheese.
Enjoy this Spicy Hearty Mexican Ground Turkey Soup for a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s perfect any time of year, especially when you’re craving a bowl of comforting goodness!