Description
A comforting and flavorful Chicken Tortilla Soup filled with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a blend of spices that warms the soul.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Onion
- Garlic
- Bell pepper
- Diced tomatoes
- Chicken broth
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Chipotle powder
- Black or pinto beans
- Corn tortillas
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Lime juice
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and bell peppers, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Sprinkle in cumin, smoked paprika, and chipotle powder, toasting for a minute.
- Add chicken and broth, bringing to a simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken and return it to the pot.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes and beans, simmering for another 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and lime juice.
- In a skillet, heat oil to fry or bake tortilla strips until golden brown and crispy.
- Ladle soup into bowls and top with tortilla strips, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and lime juice.
Notes
For extra flavor, try roasting the tomatoes or chicken beforehand. Consider a vegetarian option using mushrooms instead of chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Tortilla Soup, Comfort Food, Soup Recipe