Description
Chicken tortilla soup is a warm and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and zesty spices in a savory broth. Topped with crispy tortilla strips, this comforting soup is perfect for cozy nights or gatherings with family and friends. Whether you enjoy it as a main dish or a starter, each spoonful is packed with flavor and nostalgia, making it a must-try recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed or whole
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a pot of boiling water or sauté in olive oil until fully cooked. Shred using two forks.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Add veggies: Stir in diced bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Combine ingredients: Pour in chicken broth and canned tomatoes (with juice). Add shredded chicken; stir well.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder; let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with tortilla chips and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg