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Low Carb Chicken Tortilla Soup

Low Carb Chicken Tortilla Soup

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pound chicken breast or thighs
  • 4 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 small can tomato sauce
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Optional Low Carb Toppings
  • Avocado slices
  • Shredded cheese or dairy-free cheese
  • Sour cream or dairy-free alternative
  • Crispy cheese chips (for crunch)
  • Jalapeños

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  2. Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and oregano. Stir and cook for about 30 seconds, just until the spices bloom.
  3. Place the chicken directly into the pot. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato sauce. Stir well.
  4. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the soup.
  6. Season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Let the soup simmer for another 5 minutes.
  7. Ladle into bowls and top with avocado, cilantro, and any low carb toppings you like.

Notes

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