Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup
85 min.
8
327kcal

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Warm up your kitchen and your taste buds with this delightful Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup! Perfect for any meal of the day, this gluten-free dish is a hearty blend of flavors that will transport you straight to the sunny Southwest. With a rich base of diced tomatoes and reduced-sodium chicken broth, this soup is not only delicious but also a healthier option for those looking to indulge without the guilt.

The combination of spices, including cayenne pepper, chili powder, and ground cumin, adds a zesty kick that perfectly complements the tender chunks of boneless skinless chicken breast. As the soup simmers, the aroma of fresh garlic and dried oregano fills the air, making it hard to resist a taste before it's even ready!

What truly sets this recipe apart is the vibrant addition of thawed corn and fresh cilantro, which bring a burst of color and freshness to each bowl. And let’s not forget the finishing touch: crispy tortilla chips and a sprinkle of shredded cheese that create a delightful contrast in texture. Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or a cozy gathering with friends, this Southwestern Chicken Tortilla Soup is sure to impress and satisfy. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of comfort that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful!

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 32 ounces chicken broth reduced-sodium canned (14-)
  • teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh minced
  • cups corn frozen thawed
  •  garlic clove minced
  • ounces to 2 chilies slit green chopped canned
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • ounces reduced fat mexican blend cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • large onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • pound chicken breast boneless skinless cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • servings tortilla chips 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the first 12 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  2. Add corn; cook 10 minutes longer. Top each serving with tortilla chips; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories327kcal
Protein24.63%
Fat28.83%
Carbs46.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.38
Glycemic Load
0.44
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.966956667278%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.94mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
4.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:326.86kcal
16.34%
Fat:10.93g
16.82%
Saturated Fat:2.87g
17.95%
Carbohydrates:39.69g
13.23%
Net Carbohydrates:34.96g
12.71%
Sugar:3.28g
3.64%
Cholesterol:47.34mg
15.78%
Sodium:815.24mg
35.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.01g
42.02%
Vitamin B3:7.88mg
39.41%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.49%
Phosphorus:341.2mg
34.12%
Selenium:22.8µg
32.57%
Calcium:228.59mg
22.86%
Fiber:4.74g
18.95%
Magnesium:73.48mg
18.37%
Potassium:614.05mg
17.54%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.38%
Vitamin C:13.21mg
16.01%
Vitamin B5:1.42mg
14.22%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.47%
Zinc:1.97mg
13.16%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.5%
Vitamin E:1.67mg
11.13%
Iron:1.95mg
10.85%
Folate:41.63µg
10.41%
Vitamin K:10.88µg
10.37%
Copper:0.14mg
7.19%
Vitamin A:314.53IU
6.29%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.19%