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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Cozy Chicken Tortilla Soup for a Quick Comfort Fix

Experience the warmth of Chicken Tortilla Soup, a quick comfort food for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Feel free to substitute with rotisserie chicken for quick preparation.
  • 4 cups Low-sodium chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 piece Onion Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 3 cloves Fresh garlic In a pinch, you can use garlic powder.
For the Flavor
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies Adds acidity; fresh tomatoes with jalapeños are great for a vibrant twist.
  • 1 cup Corn kernels Opt for fresh or frozen corn.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Try using chili powder for a different flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to your taste.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Parsley can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups Tortilla strips Use crushed tortilla chips or make homemade strips if preferred.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, combine the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with low-sodium chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink.
  2. Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the pot and shred them into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
  3. Return the pot to medium heat and sauté diced onion and minced garlic for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add the shredded chicken back to the pot along with diced tomatoes, corn, salt, pepper, and ground cumin. Stir to combine.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Avoid adding garnishes before freezing.

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