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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and hearty soup combining tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and spices, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

oil

  • 2 Tbsp light olive oil

vegetables

  • 1 large yellow onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1-2 peppers jalapeno peppers (seeded and diced)

liquid

  • 32 oz chicken broth
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes

protein

  • 1 lb chicken breasts (or leftover rotisserie chicken)
  • 15 oz canned corn (drained and rinsed)
  • 15 oz black beans (drained and rinsed)

spices

  • 1.5 tsp chili powder
  • 1.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)

herbs and citrus

  • 1/3 cup cilantro (chopped, plus more to garnish)
  • 1.5 Tbsp lime juice (from 1 lime, or to taste)

additional oils

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

tortillas

  • 8 pieces corn tortillas (6" tortillas)

fruit and garnish

  • 1 large avocado (diced)
  • 1 lime lime wedges (to serve)

Instructions 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, and jalapenos; cook until softened.
  • Add chicken broth, crushed tomatoes, spices, and cooked chicken; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in corn, black beans, and cilantro; cook for 5 minutes. Add lime juice and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Meanwhile, cut tortillas into strips and fry or bake until crispy. Dice avocado and prepare lime wedges.
  • Serve soup topped with tortilla strips, diced avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges.

Notes

For extra flavor, roast the vegetables before adding to the soup.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Chicken