Last Updated on January 5, 2022 by Kathryn Donangelo
This Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup is filled with tender rotisserie chicken pieces, beans, veggies and simmered in a chicken tomato broth! Packed with nutritious ingredients and comes together in less than 30 minutes!
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I love when dinners take less than 30 minutes! This Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup is perfect for when you want a deliciously wholesome meal but don’t have a ton of time to spare in the kitchen. Made with a slightly creamy chicken tomato base broth and loaded with chunks of rotisserie chicken, veggies and all of the other hearty chicken tortilla soup essential ingredients.
I love how quickly this soup can come together. I’m a huge fan of rotisserie chickens because they are precooked, convenient and always packed with so much wonderful flavor. You also have the option of roasting your own chicken or using shredded chicken breasts if you prefer!
This Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup is packed with flavors such as chili powder, cumin and paprika. Not only is this the Best Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup, it’s packed with nutritious ingredients, low-carb and so satisfying. The whole family will love this soup- I promise!
You can make this a Vegan Chicken Tortilla Soup by omitting the chicken and adding an extra can of beans and using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
INGREDIENTS TO MAKE HEALTHY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
- Olive oil
- Yellow onion
- Garlic
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Corn
- Black beans
- Tomato sauce
- Green chiles
- Chili powder
- Ground cumin
- Paprika
- Salt
- Crushed tortilla chips
- Rotisserie chicken
- Milk or heavy whipping cream
- Lime juice
- Toppings: avocado chunks, crushed tortillas, lime wedges, cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheese
HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and onions. Cook until onions have softened, about 3 minutes then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, corn, beans, seasonings, tortilla chips and chicken. Simmer for 15 minutes so all of the flavors can incorporate, stirring occasionally.
- Add the milk and lime juice and stir to combine. Serve with chunks of avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro, crusted tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream! Enjoy!
HOW TO SERVE CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
My favorite way to enjoy this Chicken Tortilla Soup is by loading it up with toppings! This soup is already hearty and wholesome from the chicken, beans and veggies so it won’t take you too long to fill you up!
Some favorite sides that I LOVE eating with this soup is my Homemade Guacamole and Pico de Gallo because you’ve already got the chips, you just need these dips!
Some other delicious ideas to serve with this tortilla soup is warmed tortillas, quesadillas or a side of my 30 Minute Cheese Enchiladas!
This soup is extra comforting because the broth is slightly creamy from the milk (or cream) and cheese. You don’t have to feel guilty for indulging in this soup because it’s protein and veggie packed!
HOW TO STORE HEALTHY CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
Leftover soup always makes great leftovers! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. When ready to eat, you can microwave to reheat or warm on the stove.
FREEZER FRIENDLY
It’s always a great idea to have freezer soup meals handy at all times. You will not be disappointed that this Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup is conveniently in your freezer when you want a hearty lunch or dinner!
To freeze, cool the soup completely then place in an airtight container or large heavy duty ziplock bag. You can also store the soup in individual containers so you don’t have to heat all of the soup at one time. This is great for grab and go lunch or dinners!
Defrost soup by placing the soup in the refrigerator overnight or leave it out on the counter for a few hours. Reheat in the microwave or the stove.
LOOKING FOR OTHER HEALTHY SOUP RECIPES? TRY THESE!
- Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup
- Cream of Mushroom Soup
- Hearty Minestrone Lentil Soup
- White Bean Soup
- Slow Cooker Split Pea Soup
- White Chicken Chili
- Homemade Vegetable Soup
- Green Detox Soup
- Chicken Zoodle Soup
- Skinny Broccoli Cheddar Soup
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Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion; diced
- 3 garlic cloves; minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 15. ounce can corn; rinsed and drained
- 1 14.5 ounce can black beans; rinsed and drained
- 1 15. ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 4 ounce. can green chiles
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp. paprika
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 3 Tbsp. crushed tortilla chips
- 3 cups rotisserie chicken meat; about 1 whole chicken
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy whipping cream
- 1 whole lime; juiced
Chicken Tortilla Soup toppings (optional)
- lime wedges
- shredded cheddar cheese
- sour cream
- avocado chunks
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and onions. Cook until onions have softened, about 3 minutes then add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth, corn, beans, seasonings, tortilla chips and chicken. Simmer for 15 minutes so all of the flavors can incorporate, stirring occasionally.
- Add the milk and lime juice and stir to combine. Serve with chunks of avocado, shredded cheese, cilantro, crusted tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream! Enjoy!
This is one of our favourite soups to make and ways to use leftover roast chicken! Yum!
Such a fresh and vibrant chicken tortilla soup! Can’t wait to try it — perfect for Spring!
Thank you Michelle, this soup is just perfect for Spring 🙂
So quick and easy to make and most importantly absolutely delicious!
Thank you, I’m glad you loved it!
This Chicken Tortilla soup looks so healthy and delicious! Will be making it, next time I get Rotisserie chicken.
Thank you! I hope you love it as much as we did!
I love how easy this soup is to whip up and that it doesn’t take any special ingredients. It’s amazing and one of our favourites!
It is SO easy! The rotisserie chicken is a game changer, for sure!
I fell in love with tortilla soup years ago. Having spent time in Europe, we always looked for ways to keep warm and chicken tortilla soup made its rounds. Now that we’re looking for ways to improve our diet, this will be a great addition to the menu. We look forward to it!
Thanks!
That is wonderful! I hope you get a chance to try my recipe and love it!
Your chicken tortilla soup is such a great option for a quick and healthy dinner. I have leftover chicken in the fridge, and all the other ingredients are in the pantry; we always have avocados. I am going to try this soup tonight for dinner. I bet it will be terrific. Thanks so much for sharing this recipe.
That sounds perfect! I hope you love this recipe and enjoy it!
This Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup is perfect for me and my wife! We will definitely enjoy this with our sons.
Love that! I hope you and your family love this recipe!
This was the first time I’d made a chicken tortilla soup but it won’t be the last. It was pretty eay to make and so warming and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
That is awesome! Happy to hear that, thank you for trying my Chicken Tortilla Soup! 🙂
Yum this is so good!! Love topping it with tons of fresh cilantro and a big dollop of sour cream. Thanks for making it so easy to follow…
Cilantro and sour cream are some of my favorite toppings too!
Yum this is so good! Love topping it with a bunch of cilantro and a dollop of sour cream. Thanks for making it so easy to follow…
I just never get tired of making soup. And I love to experiment even if it the same type soup that I’ve been making over and over again. Your take on it is absolutely amazing!
Aw thank you so much Elaine! I appreciate that 🙂
Hands down one of my favorite soups with all the best flavors! Love that it is so super easy and quick too!
Woohooo! Thanks so much, I love hearing that!
This soup looks so hearty and tasty. I also really appreciate how quick and easy to make it seems.
I love how it takes less than 30 minutes to whip up! Thank you Moop!