Whole30 Chicken Tortilla
Looking for a satisfying, Whole30-compliant twist on a classic favorite? This Whole30 Chicken Tortilla Soup is a vibrant, flavor-packed recipe that will warm your soul without breaking your dietary goals. Made with tender shredded chicken, a fragrant blend of spices, and a hearty base of chicken broth and fire-roasted tomatoes, this soup is layered with wholesome vegetables like red bell pepper and jalapeño for a subtle kick. Finished with zesty lime juice and topped with creamy avocado, fresh cilantro, and green onions, every bowl is a nourishing, comforting delight. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free, dairy-free, and grain-free recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep. Healthy eating has never tasted so good!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 6 cups chicken broth, Whole30-compliant
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, no added sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño; cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables have softened.
Place the chicken breasts in the pot and pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes.
Add cumin, oregano, chili powder, sea salt, and black pepper to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then lower the heat, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
Remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the pot and stir in the lime juice.
Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and green onions.
Serve hot and enjoy the Whole30 Chicken Tortilla soup!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.7 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 144 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 1496 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 59.2 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1270 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
