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Macro-friendly high protein Chicken Tortilla Soup

Macro-Friendly Chicken Tortilla Soup

This recipe is your ticket to a warm and satisfying meal on those chilly nights. Packed with vibrant Mexican flavors, it's a comforting and easy-to-prepare dish that will surely become a family favorite.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 people
Calories 351 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Fork
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Can Opener

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 Yellow onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 1 lb Chicken breasts
  • 4 cups Chicken broth
  • 2 cans (14.5 oz. ) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 can Black beans
  • 1 can Corn
  • 1 packet Low-sodium taco seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Lime juice
  • 1 can Green chilles
  • Optional toppings: cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheese, tortilla strips, avocado

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add in the onions and garlic sauteing until fragrant.
  • Add chicken broth, canned tomatoes, beans, corn, chilies, lime juice, and taco seasoning. Stir until combined.
  • gently place the chicken breasts into the mixture and Bring the contents to a vigorous boil.
  • Once the mixture reaches a boiling point, reduce the heat to a simmer and let it cook gently for a duration of 10 minutes.
  • Carefully remove the chicken breasts from the soup and allow them to rest for a few minutes. Once rested, use a fork to shred the chicken.
  • Reintroduce the shredded chicken back into the soup and allow it to simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
  • When ready to serve, top each bowl with desired toppings such as shredded cheese, tortilla strips, avocado chunks, etc. Enjoy!

Notes

You can customize the level of spiciness by adding more or fewer chilies, depending on your preference.
For added flavor, you can garnish the soup with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream when serving.
This recipe can be easily adapted for a vegetarian version by substituting the chicken broth with vegetable broth and omitting the chicken breasts.

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 27gFat: 9g
Keyword high protein soup, macro friendly, soup
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