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Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup


  • Author: kaoucheegmail-com
  • Total Time: 85 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Healthy

Description

A comforting and nutritious soup packed with lean protein, fiber, and vitamins, perfect for any family gathering or cozy night in.


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 23 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 olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add red onion and garlic, cooking for about 3 minutes until soft.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, cilantro, black beans, corn, cumin, and oregano. If using whole chicken breasts, add them as well.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. Shred chicken and return it to the soup.
  6. Add Cabot cheese and cook for an additional 10 minutes, stirring until melted.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, onion, cilantro, sour cream, salsa, avocado, and tortilla chips. Serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a squeeze of lime juice just before serving. For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use vegetable broth.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: chicken soup, tortilla soup, healthy soup, Mexican recipes, family meals

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