Description
This easy chicken tortilla soup recipe delivers a comforting and flavorful experience with smoky chipotle, zesty tomatoes, and tender chicken. It’s a quick and satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pieces Chicken breast (Boneless, skinless)
- 2 cups Diced tomatoes (Canned or fresh)
- 4 cups Chicken broth (Low-sodium)
- 1 medium Onion (Chopped)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (Crushed or minced)
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 cup Corn kernels
- 2 cups Tortilla strips (Crisp just before serving)
- 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro (Chopped)
- 1 cup Shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 medium Avocado (Sliced)
- 1 pieces Lime (Cut into wedges)
- 1 tablespoon Oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Warm a drizzle of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
- Sprinkle ground cumin and a pinch of salt into the pot, stirring for 30 seconds until the spice mix turns golden brown and aromatic.
- Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes, then stir in chipotle peppers. Bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Nestle chicken breasts into the simmering base, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until 165°F inside.
- Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
- Stir in corn kernels, cooking for another 3 minutes until heated through.
- Toss tortilla strips with oil, bake at 350°F for 5–7 minutes until crisp.
- Chop cilantro and slice avocado.
- Ladle hot soup into bowls, then top with baked tortilla strips, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, avocado slices, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
- Optional: Add a dollop of sour cream for creamy richness.
- For a spicier soup, add diced jalapeños or more chipotle peppers.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with black beans or lentils.
- For a creamy texture, stir in heavy cream or sour cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg