Sometimes I just get a craving for something specific, and last week it just happened to be chicken tortilla soup. I suggested that the fam run to a local restaurant to satisfy my hunger, but after some research and facing a huge ding to my daily WW points I decided to go with the healthier homemade option instead.
My sister made a similar soup when she was on Weight Watchers a couple of years ago, but neither of us bothered to write down the recipe. When I called her for the ingredients, it took both of us to remember what actually went into this hearty dish. Apparently, our memories are pretty sharp, because the batch I whipped up for dinner (and a couple of lunch leftovers for myself) was very tasty! With this warm soup in my belly and the ingredients listed on my blackboard wall, I thought I should share this recipe so I don’t have to call my sister again and listen to her sigh on the other end of the line. Love ya, sis! Enjoy!
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Ingredients
- 3-4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can black beans
- 1 can Rotel
- 1 can (small) tomato sauce
- 1 small can whole corn
- 1 pkg taco seasoning
- 1 cup water
- Tortilla Strips optional
- Fat-Free Cheddar Cheese optional
Instructions
- Cook the chicken breasts, cool and shred into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot, dump the chicken and all remaining ingredients, except tortilla strips and cheese.
- Bring soup to a boil.
- If the soup is not juicy enough for your liking, add more water a little at a time.
- Turn down the heat, cover and simmer for 30 - 60 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnish of tortilla strips and cheese.
You are welcome! Love your sighing sister
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Chuck mentioned taco soup last night 🌮🍲
My soup is cooking right now! This is a tasty recipe, especially for a very gray day like the one we’re having. I like to spice it up with a little extra seasoning, but I’m not sure about your family’s take on hot stuff. I’m making fried ice cream for dessert. . . Getting my Cinco de Mayo on north of the river.
I just made this soup. It is fabulously easy and so tasty. . I had some rotisserie chicken that made this soup even easier. The soup had just enough kick in spice heat and makes plenty for leftovers. Thank you for sharing your story about your sis and recipe.