Description
Easy Chicken Tortilla Soup is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and crispy tortilla strips in a zesty broth. Perfect for cozy nights or when you need a pick-me-up, this soup delivers a delightful explosion of flavors with every spoonful. With its simple preparation and customizable toppings, it’s sure to become a family favorite any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup tortilla strips (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Sauté onions and bell peppers in oil over medium heat until softened.
- Add minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder; cook for one minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken breasts, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook until chicken is fully cooked (about 20 minutes).
- Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the pot along with cilantro.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot topped with crispy tortilla strips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg