MexicanEasy

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Name: Chicken Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 Chicken breast; 1 can (400g) Crushed tomatoes; 1 can Black beans, drained; 4 cups Chicken broth; 1 tsp Cumin; 1 tsp Chili powder; 1 Lime; 1 Avocado, diced; 1/4 cup Corn tortilla strips, baked

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

35 min

Servings

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Poach chicken breasts in broth with cumin and chili powder for 15 min.
2
Remove chicken and shred with two forks.
3
Add crushed tomatoes and black beans to the broth. Simmer 10 min.
4
Return shredded chicken to the pot. Squeeze lime juice in.
5
Serve topped with diced avocado and a few baked tortilla strips.

*Pro Tips

1
Bake tortilla strips at 190°C until crispy — much healthier than frying
2
Freeze portions for quick weeknight meals

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

Black beans (GI 30) and chicken protein make this filling soup gentle on blood sugar. Avocado adds healthy fats.

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