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Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup

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A nourishing and delicious soup loaded with lean protein from chicken and fiber from beans, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 small red onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans fire-roasted, diced tomatoes
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 Tbsp. ground cumin, plus more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 whole chicken breasts or 2–3 cups rotisserie chicken, chopped
  • 2 cups Cabot Cheese (your favorite flavor)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cheese, red onion, cilantro, sour cream, salsa, avocado, tortilla chips (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic. Cook while stirring for about 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, black beans, drained corn, ground cumin, and dried oregano. If using whole chicken breasts, add them now.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently for 1 hour.
  5. Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the pot, shred using forks, and return the shredded chicken to the soup.
  6. Stir in 2 cups of Cabot cheese and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese melts.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and allow each person to add their favorite toppings.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, consider a squeeze of lime juice before serving. Modify spice levels with jalapeños or red pepper flakes.

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Keywords: chicken soup, tortilla soup, healthy soup, weeknight dinner, gluten-free

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