Chicken Tortilla Soup
Chicken tortilla soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or lively gatherings. This vibrant dish features tender chicken simmered in a zesty broth enriched with tomatoes, spices, and garnished with crispy tortilla strips. Easy to customize, it’s a favorite for any occasion. Enjoy a warm bowl that feels like home, no matter the season!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tsp cumin
- Juice of 2 limes (about ¼ cup)
- 1 cup corn tortilla strips
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add diced tomatoes, cumin, and chicken broth; bring to a simmer.
- Shred the cooked chicken using two forks and return it to the pot with lime juice. Let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot topped with tortilla strips, shredded cheese, and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1½ cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg