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Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and nutritious soup featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and crispy tortilla strips, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Tortilla Chips

  • 4 pieces corn tortillas
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
  • 1 can (14 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen corn
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Garnish

  • to taste sliced radishes and black pepper (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush tortillas with 1 tablespoon oil, slice into strips, and bake until crisp, about 10 minutes.
  • Cook onion in remaining oil until soft, add garlic, then stir in spices, tomatoes, and broth. Simmer.
  • Add chicken, cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then shred. Add corn and lime juice, simmer briefly.
  • Shred chicken into soup, top with tortilla strips and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and garnish with radishes and pepper.

Notes

For extra flavor, roast the tortillas for a few minutes before slicing.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: chicken