Chicken, Lime & Tortilla Soup Recipe Recipe

Name: Chicken, Lime & Tortilla Soup Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 corn tortillas; 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken; 6 cups chicken broth; 1 large onion chopped; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1 clove garlic, minced (add more to taste); 1 Tbsp vegetable oil; 1 large tomato chopped or 1/2 of a 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes drained; 1/4 tsp dried oregano crushed; 1 tsp lime zest; 3 Tbsp lime juice; 1 cup Cilantro chopped fresh; Chopped Jalepeno or Serrano peppers on the side; Lime wedges

Servings: persons

6 corn tortillas
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken
6 cups chicken broth
1 large onion chopped
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 clove garlic, minced (add more to taste)
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 large tomato chopped or 1/2 of a 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes drained
1/4 tsp dried oregano crushed
1 tsp lime zest
3 Tbsp lime juice
1 cup Cilantro chopped fresh
Chopped Jalepeno or Serrano peppers on the side
Lime wedges

1
Cut tortillas in half, then crosswise into 1/2 inch wide strips.
2
Arrange on baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or light cooking oil.
3
Bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
4
In large pot boil broth with chicken covered for about 15 minutes.
5
Remove chicken and shred once cool.
6
Pour broth into a large bowl.
7
In same pot saute onion, green pepper and garlic until tender.
8
Add broth, tomato and oregano.
9
Bring to boil.
10
Stir in lime zest and lime juice.
11
Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
12
Sire in chicken and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
13
To Serve: Ladle soup into bowls.
14
Add a few tortilla strips and server with chopped jalapenos, cilantro, avocado, and lime wedges.

996

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

154

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 corn tortillas, 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken, 6 cups chicken broth, 1 large onion chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Lime & Tortilla Soup Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken, Lime & Tortilla Soup Recipe

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