Description
Warm your soul with this Juicy Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup, a delightful blend of tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and zesty spices. Each spoonful bursts with flavor, while crispy tortilla strips add a satisfying crunch. Perfect for cozy nights or gatherings, this nutritious dish is not only comforting but also healthy, making it an ideal meal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or green)
- 1 can (15 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- Tortilla strips (for serving)
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onions and garlic; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in diced bell peppers and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, corn, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot topped with crispy tortilla strips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg