Chicken Tortilla Soup
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Chicken Tortilla Soup
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Homemade Chicken Tortilla Soup is a warm, spicy, comforting bowl of soup.
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Ingredients
- 1-2 Tablespoons canola oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 1 Jalapeño (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced or 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder)
- 1 lb. Chicken Breasts or Rotisserie Chicken (cooked, cubed or shredded)
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- (1) ounce can Rotel Tomatoes + Green Chilies
- 1/4 cup cilantro
- 4 cups chicken broth
Corn Tortilla Strips:
- 6-8 corn tortillas cut into strips lengthwise
- 1/2- 3/4 cup canola oil
- salt
Toppings:
- 1 avocado cut into bite size pieces
- 1 cup Mexican Cheese or Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- cilantro
- lime
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute for 3-4 minutes. Add jalapenos and garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken breast. Cook for 7-8 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Add salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Stir.
- In a blender or food processor, puree canned tomatoes and cilantro. Add to pot. Stir in chicken broth and cover. Cook for at least 15-20 minutes on low heat. Taste for seasonings.
- In large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Once it starts to sizzle, add corn tortilla strips. Using tongs, flip and stir to fry evenly. Fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove from oil and place on paper towel lined plate. Sprinkle with salt.
- Ladle soup into bowls. Top with tortilla strips, avocado, and cheese.
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Nutrition Information
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Calories
283kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Protein
18g
(36%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
48mg
(16%)
Sodium
1455mg
(61%)
Potassium
498mg
(14%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
190IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
16.7mg
(19%)
Calcium
44mg
(4%)
Iron
1.3mg
(7%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 283 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 283kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 48mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 1455mg | 61% |
| Potassium | 498mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 190IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 16.7mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 44mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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