QUICK AND SPICY CHICKEN RICE SOUP

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Arkansas is the top rice-producing state in the country, so this recipe definitely represents our region. I'm a member of the Craighead County Farm Bureau Women's Committee, and one of our main promotions is rice.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
3 cups cooked rice
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, undrained
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) V8 juice
1 cup salsa
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.