Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe: Easy Comfort with Turkey Bacon Twist
Discover a deliciously easy Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe featuring a comforting twist with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 lime, juiced
- handful fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until soft.
- Stir in chicken broth, black beans, tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add corn, chicken, lime juice, and cilantro. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with crumbled turkey bacon and extra cilantro.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and reheated for meals during the week.
- Feel free to add more vegetables or toppings based on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 850 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 24 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Keywords: Chicken Tortilla Soup, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes, Turkey Bacon