Description
Chicken Tortilla Soup is a heartwarming dish that brings vibrant flavors to your table. With its rich, savory broth and crunchy tortilla strips, this soup is perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and highly customizable, it’s a delightful way to impress your family and friends with minimal effort. Each spoonful is a comforting hug, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted if available)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 2 cups tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and chop the bell peppers.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken breasts, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 20–25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through; shred chicken with two forks.
- Add bell peppers back into the pot; cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls topped with tortilla strips, cilantro, and lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg