Chicken Tortilla Soup
Are you craving a warm and nutritious meal? Try this delicious chicken tortilla soup that is packed with protein and vegetables. It is a great option that is light on calories and low-fat, but still filled with flavor! Soup is great for a busy schedule because it can be made ahead of time, frozen and reheated.
Chicken Tortilla Soup
“Soup is also a great way to utilize leftovers,” Madeline Marks, RD, a registered dietitian shared. “To make the chicken tortilla soup, use either frozen or leftover chicken, or even a store-bought rotisserie chicken.”
Nutrition Tip: For a heart-healthy option, combine low-sodium chicken broth with water as your base for a heart healthy option.
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Ingredients
- 6 (6-inch) corn tortillas
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cups water
- 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons salt-free chili powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 4 cups chopped potatoes
- 3 cups chopped carrots
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen corn, thawed
- 4 cups shredded chicken, meat only (not using skin or bones)
- 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- 1/4 chopped scallions, for garnish
- 2 limes, quartered, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Using knife or kitchen shears, cut corn tortillas into strips. Place strips on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Bake in oven until golden brown and crispy, about 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large, heavy pot, stir together chicken broth, water, crushed tomatoes, chili powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Add potatoes, and bring mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce to medium-high and cook about 5 minutes.
- Add carrots and celery to soup, cooking another 5 minutes. Stir in corn and chicken, cooking just a couple minutes until warm.
- To serve, ladle soup into bowls and garnish with cilantro, scallions, baked tortilla strips and lime wedges.
Nutrition
Serving Size: 626 grams
Calories Per Serving: 425
Total Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 53 g
Dietary Fiber: 8 g
Protein: 36 g
Sodium: 620 mg
*Note: Nutrition facts may vary depending on optional ingredients used, brand variation and food preparation.
Source: Mindful blog.
