Description
Chicken Tortilla Soup is a warm and inviting dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken, zesty tomatoes, and crispy tortilla strips, creating a comforting bowl that’s perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings. Each spoonful delivers a fiesta of spices and fresh ingredients, making it an instant favorite for family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed
- 1 cup tortilla strips (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the onion and mince the garlic.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add chicken and spices: Incorporate chicken breasts along with cumin and chili powder. Sear until golden brown on both sides.
- Pour in broth and tomatoes: Add chicken broth and diced tomatoes to the pot; bring to a gentle simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Shred chicken and add beans: Remove chicken from pot, shred it using two forks, then return it along with black beans.
- Final touches: Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg